SkyWire
Revolutionary Tethered Drone Systems
The revolutionary new SkyWire drone tethering system keeps drones in the air for hours.
SkyWire powers the drone from the ground through a tether connected to the drone. SkyWire is the only tethered system in the world capable of running directly from vehicle power (12v or 24v) or mains power, making it uniquely mobile.
Designed to work with a range of drones and offering milspec and secure data options, SkyWire is the ultimate in flexibility.
About SkyWire
Drone Tethering
SkyWire consists of a ground power station, a tether on a reel and a Universal Aerial Power Supply (UAPS) that combined, power a UAV/drone for hours at a time.
The system can operate directly from a vehicle (12v/24v) or from a mains supply. It can allow a drone to fly at altitudes of up to 400feet/120m*. SkyWire can tether almost any rotary drone, with a lightweight power supply at the drone end that ensures that payload capacity is maximised. The tether itself is strong and lightweight. The system is safe and easy to use, with a battery back-up in case of failure.
How it works
The Skywire system consists of 3 main elements:
Selecting the right drone
The application, working conditions and altitude required will most likely determine the class of drone and payloads you will select. The power of SkyWire is that it can be adapted to be compatible with a wide range of drones to suit your needs.
We work with drone manufacturers to ensure that the systems are covered by firmware and work within warranty. Military grade and heavy lift drone options are also available as is the capability to work with your own proprietary drone.
Power Supplies
Ground Power Supply
Our ground power supplies can work directly from the mains or generators to keep the drone in the air supplying the power requirements for as long as you need it.
Freedom Power Supply
Need to power your drone directly from a vehicle? No problem. Our IP rated Freedom power supplies can convert power directly from civilian or military vehicles for tethered applications wherever you need it – no generator required so no need carry extra fuel.
Aerial Power Supply
Our range of lightweight tested and certified aerial power supplies convert the power to just what is needed by the drone to guarantee top performance.
Hand reel systems and tether
Our hand reel systems are cost effective and easy to use, supplying reliable power through high quality lightweight tether.
Weatherproof and capable of handling data at 10mb per second, our Kevlar coated tether operates with a breaking strain of over 65kg to make it the most reliable on the market.
Auto-reel
Need to have an onboard tether management system? No problem, our purpose designed auto-reel system allows up to 120m of tether to be automatically managed.
Tethered Drone Applications
Tethered drones are able to provide a persistent surveillance capability for situational awareness making them ideal for applications such as:
The Benefits of SkyWire
Keeping a drone in the air for hours can increase operational and tactical awareness, intelligence and data gathering as well as provision of security.
Powering a drone via a tether can also be used to secure the drone from flyaway in built-up areas. Some countries, such as the US, allow tethered drones to be used without the need to carry full pilot’s authorisation (in the US, the FAA Part 107 Certification is not required to fly a tethered drone)*
The main elements of SkyWire have been developed to conform to military specification and as such are IP67 rated and are designed to withstand vibration and shocks.
Safe to Use
During Flight
Low voltage and ampage when powered up
Max Payload Capability
Lightweight aerial power supply
Variable
Power Options
No need for Inverters and responsive to client needs
98%
Efficient
Allows stable power supply to the drone
Universal
Tether
Can be used with a range of drones
*Always check and comply with your local regulations for drone flying