Autel Dragonfish Base Station Introduction

In industrial drone applications, long endurance, long range, and high precision are core requirements. As a representative of the tilt-rotor VTOL platform, the Autel Dragonfish series' Base Station plays a crucial role. It not only enables high-precision RTK positioning but also extends video transmission distance, helping users achieve stable, efficient, and long-term operations in complex environments.

What is a Dragonfish Base Station?

The Autel Dragonfish Base Station is a high-precision GNSS satellite signal receiver that integrates RTK differential technology, a data link, and a smart antenna system. It supports four major satellite navigation systems: GPS, BeiDou, Galileo, and GLONASS. By working with the dual RTK modules on the Dragonfish aircraft, it achieves centimeter-level positioning accuracy.

It typically includes the base station unit, tripod, antenna, charger, and other accessories. Its portable design makes it suitable for rapid deployment.

Core Functions and Highlights

1. Centimeter-Level RTK High-Precision Positioning

Single-point positioning: Horizontal 1.5m, Vertical 3.0m
RTK mode: Horizontal 1cm + 1ppm, Vertical 1.5cm + 1ppm
Dual RTK module redundancy design + base station support, providing accurate heading and anti-magnetic interference capabilities
Especially suitable for scenarios requiring high-precision positioning, such as high-voltage line inspection, surveying, precision agriculture, and emergency surveying. Stable flight even near high-voltage lines and buildings.

2. Significantly Improved Video Transmission Distance

With base station relay, the image transmission distance can be significantly increased from approximately 10km with a direct link to 30km (and even further with some configurations).

The optional Autel Smart Antenna Transmission (ASAT) system further integrates directional/omnidirectional antennas, enhancing anti-interference capabilities and supporting ultra-long-distance transmission up to 45km+.

3. Portable and Reliable Ground Control

Equipped with a 9.7-inch high-brightness ground station (1000 nits, 2048×1536 resolution), clearly visible even in strong outdoor light.

Ground station battery life: Approximately 2.5-3 hours at maximum brightness, up to 4.5 hours at 50% brightness.

Wide operating temperature range (-20°C to 40°C), adaptable to various harsh environments.

Rapid Deployment: With a tripod, base station deployment can be completed in minutes.

4. Strong Anti-interference Capability

In complex electromagnetic environments (such as urban areas, industrial zones, and near power facilities), the base station effectively suppresses magnetic interference, ensuring flight safety and stable data links.

Practical Application Scenarios

Public Safety and Border Patrol: Long-term surveillance + high-precision positioning

Energy and Power Inspection: Precise flight along high-voltage lines, centimeter-level data acquisition

Emergency Rescue: Rapid deployment, precise delivery or search and rescue positioning

Surveying and Geographic Information: High-precision map creation and 3D modeling

Maritime/Port Patrol: Combined with a mobile ship platform, achieving stable long-distance transmission

When paired with the Autel Dragonfish Nest, fully automated takeoff and landing, battery swapping, and unattended operation are possible, truly enabling 24/7 continuous mission execution.

Usage Recommendations

Set up the base station in an open, unobstructed area, centering the tripod at the marked point for easy re-deployment.

Before takeoff, ensure the base station is in a fixed position to receive satellite signals and complete differential initialization.

Use Autel ground control station software for easy connection and mission planning.

Regular firmware updates maintain optimal performance.

Summary

The Autel Dragonfish Base Station, with its high precision, long-range capability, and strong anti-interference ability, is a key accessory for maximizing the potential of the Dragonfish series. It makes the already powerful tiltrotor platform even more reliable and professional, significantly reducing the difficulty of operations and labor costs in complex environments.

Whether for enterprise-level inspections, public safety, or professional surveying users, the Dragonfish Base Station is the core support for the long-endurance VTOL UAV Autel Dragonfish, to complete critical missions.