Release Veronte Autopilot 1x 4.12: a new standard in safety and precision

Embention has officially announced the release of Veronte Autopilot 1x 4.12, marking a significant step forward from version 4.8 launched in 2022. This new release reflects the company’s ongoing mission to enhance safety, precision, and performance in UAV systems, all while maintaining the same size and weight as previous versions.

Sensors

The Veronte Autopilot 1x 4.12 introduces notable improvements in its sensor suite, aimed at providing greater accuracy, reliability, and robustness for critical operations. These upgrades are designed to support demanding missions in complex environments.

• Enhanced GNSS modules:
  • More robust and precise
  • Enhanced error reporting
  • RTK enhanced for higher accuracy
•  Jamming detection improved
• More accurate GNSS heading for superior navigation
• Integration of a 3rd GNSS module with TSO C199 approval (on request)
• Enhanced magnetometer isolation

Independent SuC / FTS enhancement

Safety-critical functions in the Veronte Autopilot 1x 4.12 have been reinforced through the enhancement of the independent SuC (Safety Microcontroller). This provides an FTS trigger in the event of a major failure in the main controller or on operator activation.

• Compliance with Light-UAS.2511 containment requirements
• Dedicated power supply
• Independent datalink input
• Built-in tests
• Detection of failure on the main processor
• FTS trigger on customized events

Communications

With the latest release, Veronte Autopilot 1x 4.12 strengthens its communication capabilities to ensure robust data links and flexibility in complex operations.

• Enhanced 4G LTE communications with the internal M2M module
• The internal LOS module replaced by a dedicated additional I/O for external LOS or BLOS module
• External modules via Ethernet or Serial

Computing power

The computing architecture of the Veronte Autopilot 1x 4.12 has been redesigned to deliver higher performance, enabling support for more advanced functionalities and faster processing of critical data.

• RAM capacity doubled
• Processing power increased by 1.3x
• Enhanced architecture
• Overall performance improved by 25%

I/Os

The input/output (I/O) options have been significantly expanded and optimized, offering greater flexibility and compatibility for a wide range of payloads and system configurations.

• RS232: maintained at 1x
• RS485: increased from 1x to 2x
• UART: maintained at 1x UART + 1x UART SuC/FTS
• CAN Bus: expanded from 2x CAN Bus 2.0 to 2x CAN Bus 2.0 + 1x CAN Bus FD
• USB replaced with Ethernet for enhanced data transfer
• GPIO/PWM: revised from 16x (3.3V) to 8x (5V)
• ADC: revised from 5x (3.3V) to 5x (3x 5V & 2x 36V)
• I2C: maintained at 1x I2C
• Enhanced signal control on startup
• Extended power input range: from 6.5-36V to 8-54V
• GNSS antenna voltage increased from 3.3V to 5V

Robustness & certification

The Veronte Autopilot 1x 4.12 features a more robust construction that enhances resistance to environmental stresses while meeting stringent certification standards to ensure mission-critical reliability.

• Strengthened construction resistant to vibrations and shocks
• Enhanced inrush current protection
• Improved power input redundancy and protection
• Reverse polarity protection applied to all inputs
• Enhanced internal isolation for improved system stability
• Internal GNSS module with TSO compliance

Veronte Autopilot 1x 4.12: same size, more power

Despite the extensive upgrades, Veronte Autopilot 1x 4.12 retains the same size and weight as its predecessor, enabling easy integration into existing platforms with minor modifications on the wiring.

Embention’s latest hardware version delivers advanced capabilities tailored for safety-critical UAV applications, reinforcing its position as a leader in unmanned systems technology.

NOTE:
The previous version, v4.8, remains available for purchase until current stock is depleted. Once exhausted, it will still be offered under a Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) policy.

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