The Powerhouse Collaboration Unveils Unprecedented Capabilities in Aerial Imaging and Surveillance Technology
San Luis Obispo, CA. January 2nd, 2024 - Inspired Flight Technologies (IFT) and Gremsy are thrilled to announce a strategic partnership that brings together cutting-edge technology in the form of the IF800 Tomcat drone and the Gremsy VIO F1, promising unparalleled Electro-Optical/Infra-Red (EO/IR) performance and versatility for drone professionals.
Inspired Flight Technologies. , a leading innovator in drone solutions, has collaborated with Gremsy, a renowned provider of advanced gimbal systems, to create a seamlessly integrated solution that elevates the capabilities for inspection, law enforcement, and military users. The partnership aims to deliver a comprehensive and powerful drone system that combines the strengths of the IF800 Tomcat and the precision of the VIO F1 payload.
The VIO F1 lightweight EO/IR incorporates a 4k zoom sensor, a high-resolution 640x512 radiometric Flir Boson thermal camera, and an integrated laser rangefinder. Connecting to the IF800 Tomcat is made effortless through the innovative Hyper Quick Release connection, ensuring a swift and secure attachment. With the VIO F1 attached, the IF800 Tomcat achieves an impressive flight time of over 40 minutes, and dual hot-swappable batteries enable a quick return to the air for critical missions. The VIO F1’s video signal seamlessly streams to the Inspired Ground Control station for real-time video coverage. Additionally, the built-in laser rangefinder provides precise target data up to 2400m, and
the integrated AI tracking simplifies subject framing.
“We’re excited to bring to market the IF800 Tomcat integrated with the VIO F1 payload as our NDAA-compliant EO/IR solution for Public Safety and Energy Utility customers,” says Adam Bilmes, Director of Business Development at Inspired Flight, “The capabilities of the VIO F1 during product testing seriously exceeded our expectations, particularly the AI and zoom functions of the camera, and will unlock new levels of data-collection capabilities for our customers.”
Through collaborative optimization, the IF800 Tomcat and VIO F1 payload now seamlessly integrate, presenting users with a drone solution that is both user-friendly and highly efficient. This integrated system opens up new avenues for professionals requiring superior aerial data and imagery. The thermal package, in particular, positions it as an exemplary choice for diverse enterprise applications, encompassing firefighting, law enforcement, search and rescue, utility inspection, and precision agriculture, among other sectors.
“Gremsy is excited to collaborate with Inspired Flight, integrating our advanced VIO F1 payload
into the IF800 comprehensive drone system. We believe this seamlessly integrated solution
ensures outstanding user experience while addressing specific customer needs.”
Says Tu Do, Research & Development Manager at Gremsy
Key features of the partnership include:
● Perfect Synchronization: The IF800 Tomcat and VIO F1 payload are meticulously synchronized to ensure precise control and stability during flight operations.
● User-Friendly Interface: The combined system features an intuitive and user-friendly interface, making it
easy for both novice and experienced drone operators to harness the full potential of the technology.
● Versatile Applications: From first responders to industrial inspections, the IF800 Tomcat and VIO payload
partnership caters to a wide range of applications, offering users flexibility in their drone operations.
● Reliability and Durability: Both Inspired Flight Technologies and Gremsy are known for their commitment to quality and durability. The partnership ensures a reliable and robust drone solution that can withstand the
demands of various environments
The IF800 Tomcat and VIO F1 integration are set to be released in Q1 of 2024. Elevate your missions to new heights with a certified Blue UAS, the IF800 Tomcat, and the NDAA Compliant Gremsy VIO F1 EO/IR camera. To learn more visit InspiredFlight.com.
About Inspired Flight Technologies:
Founded in San Luis Obispo, CA in 2017, Inspired Flight Technologies, a U.S. based team manufactures and
supports highly capable and agile UAS platforms for both commercial and government applications. Our thoughtful hardware design and willingness to engineer tailored solutions for specific requirements are some of the many reasons why agencies turn to Inspired Flight for their UAS programs. With a keen understanding of the challenges operators face, our vehicles are designed for repeatable and robust workflows, enabling users to complete objectives safely while vastly improving operational efficiency and bottom line. Inspired Flight's collection of UAS are ideal for the most demanding applications including aerial photogrammetry, surveying, thermal inspection, and more.
Using patented dual-sensor drone technology and proprietary enterprise software, Visual Intelligence generates
billions of datapoints to map exponentially more measurable surface area than any alternative aerial or groundbased method. Our unique sensor-software pairing is the first industry solution that enables enterprises to
capture and execute around engineering-grade digital twins. By maximizing data fidelity and coverage, we’re
exponentially increasing the ability of artificial intelligence to automate performance capacity at an engineering
level, feeding insights upstream and across new business units, vendors and geography.
About Gremsy
Gremsy is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of cutting-edge gimbal systems tailored for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and drones. Established with a commitment to revolutionizing aerial cinematography and industrial applications, Gremsy has consistently delivered high-quality, innovative solutions that empower professionals across various industries. To learn more visit Gremsy.com