TAR™️ Tethered Drone System

  • Flight Time: Up to 24 hours of continuous operation
  • Max Payload Capacity: Supports payloads up to 750 g
  • Tether Length: 100 meters for extended operational range
  • Camera Resolution: EO-IR dual vision with 40X zoom and 640 x 480P thermal imaging
  • Quick Deployment: Ready for action in under 10 minutes

Description

Introducing TAR™️ Tethered Drone System

Introducing the TAR™️ (Tethered Aerial Robot) by Karman Drones™️, a groundbreaking solution that redefines aerial surveillance and data collection. With an unparalleled flight time of up to 24 hours, the TAR Tethered Drone System ensures continuous operation, free from the limitations of traditional drones. Moreover, its innovative dual-redundant coaxial design, combined with a 100-meter tether, guarantees uninterrupted connectivity. As a result, it becomes ideal for real-time data transmission and versatile payload options. Whether securing critical infrastructure or assisting in disaster relief efforts, the TAR Tethered Drone System is engineered for efficiency and reliability. Furthermore, experience the future of drone technology with TAR, where endurance and advanced capabilities unite seamlessly.

Features

Feature

Details
True Endurance™ Up to 24 hours of continuous flight time, eliminating the need for frequent landings and battery changes.
Max Take-off Weight Capable of carrying a maximum weight of less than 5.5 kg, with a payload capacity of up to 750 g.
Tether Length 100 meters, allowing for extended operational range while maintaining power and data connectivity.
Payload Options EO-IR Dual Vision Payload: Stabilized camera with 40X zoom, thermal resolution of 640 x 480P, and visible camera resolution of 1920 x 1080P.
RGB Day Payload: 1/1.7-inch Sony sensor, capturing 4K video at 30fps, 6X digital zoom, and HDR night vision capabilities.
Operating Conditions Operates in temperatures from -20°C to +60°C, with wind resistance up to 10 m/s.
Deployment Efficiency Quick deployment time of less than 10 minutes, with an emergency battery backup for added reliability.
Compact Design Lightweight and portable, crafted from advanced composite materials for durability and ease of transport.

Applications

Application

Description

Law Enforcement and Public Safety TAR Tethered Drone System Enhances safety by monitoring high-crime areas, allowing for proactive intervention and improved community security.
Search and Rescue TAR Tethered Drone System Conducts nighttime search and rescue operations efficiently, ensuring swift response to emergencies.
Power Line and Pipeline Monitoring Identify hotspots, detect leaks, and assess the structural integrity of power lines and pipelines, improving maintenance operations.
Wildlife Conservation TAR Tethered Drone System Supports wildlife conservation efforts by monitoring animal populations, tracking migration patterns, and identifying threats such as poaching.
Environmental Monitoring TAR Tethered Drone System Aids in forest fire management through infrared capabilities, enabling early detection of fires by identifying temperature anomalies and smoke even in low visibility conditions.
Disaster Response TAR Tethered Drone System Provides comprehensive assessments of areas affected by natural disasters, assisting emergency responders in effective planning and resource allocation.
Critical Infrastructure Protection TAR Tethered Drone System Monitors essential facilities such as airports, power plants, and government buildings to ensure their security and integrity.
TAR™️ Tethered Drone System
TAR™️ Tethered Drone System

Compact Design

Featuring an innovative coaxial motor setup, this ultra-compact design delivers exceptional performance, all while maintaining a highly portable form. Consequently, it offers both power and convenience in one streamlined package.

TAR™️ Tethered Drone System

Co-Axial Configuration

Equipped with a co-axial setup, it offers dual redundancy, ensuring the drone remains functional in any situation, even under challenging conditions. Additionally, this added reliability makes it ideal for critical operations, where performance and dependability are crucial.

TAR™️ Tethered Drone System

Rugged Airframe

With a co-axial configuration providing dual redundancy, this drone ensures continuous operation in any situation. Moreover, its durable construction minimizes downtime, enhances longevity, and protects internal components. Consequently, it consistently delivers top-tier performance, even in the most challenging environments.

TAR™️ Tethered Drone System

Up to 24 Hours of True Endurance

Experience revolutionary aerial surveillance with continuous flight time, enabling extended monitoring without the need for frequent landings. Furthermore, this capability enhances efficiency, ensuring uninterrupted operations for longer durations.

TAR™️ Tethered Drone System

Composite Material

Constructed from advanced composite materials, it boasts a durable structure that significantly enhances the UAV’s lifespan. Additionally, this robust design ensures reliable performance, even in harsh environments.

TAR™️ Tethered Drone System

Highly Portable

Built from advanced composite materials, it features a robust structure that extends the UAV’s lifespan. Furthermore, its compact design ensures easy portability, allowing users to conveniently carry it in the provided side bag.

Specifications

TAR™️ Tethered Drone System

EO-IR Dual vision Payload
Visible Camera Resolution: 1920
X 1080 P
Thermal resolution: 640 X 480P
Visible Camera Zoom: 40X
Control Range (PTZ): -45°C to
+135°C(Tilt), -180°C to +180°C
(Pan)

TAR™️ Tethered Drone System

RGB Day Payload
Visible Camera Resolution : 4K @
30fps
Visible Camera Zoom : 6X (Digital)
1/1.7-inch Sony sensor
HDR and starlight night vision
3-axis gimbal stabilization

TAR™️ Tethered Drone System

100 m Tethered Box
Micro tether length: 100 m
Tether weight: 16 g/m
Power output: 2200 W
Tensile Strength: 120-150 daN
Micro Tether management:
Electric and Manual switch
Dimensions: 408 x 603 x 261 mm
Portable Power Source: 230 VAC,
50-60 Hz (4 kW min), 120 VAC,
50-60 Hz (3 kW min)
Rugged Structure: IP54 Certified

TAR™️ Tethered Drone System

70 m Tethered Box
Micro tether length: 70 m
Tether weight: 16 g/m
Power output: 1500 W
Tensile Strength: 100 daN
Micro Tether management:
Electric and Manual switch
Dimensions: 627 x 475 x 292 mm
Portable Power Source: 230 VAC,
50-60 Hz (4 kW min), 120 VAC,
50-60 Hz (3 kW min)
Portability: Telescopic handle
and wheels

Accomplish your missions with ease

TAR™️ Tethered Drone System

Pre-flight check

The TAR Tethered Drone System features an advanced PreFlight Check, meticulously evaluating crucial parameters before takeoff. As a result, it ensures optimal performance and safety, providing confidence for every mission. Furthermore, this thorough check guarantees that all systems are functioning properly, allowing for smooth operations throughout the flight.

TAR™️ Tethered Drone System

Plan missions with ease

Armed with the latest geographical terrain data, you can optimize your missions by flying at a constant height above the terrain. Consequently, this guarantees that you won’t encounter any obstacles, ensuring a smooth and uninterrupted flight. Moreover, the system continuously adjusts to changes in terrain, maintaining optimal flight parameters throughout the mission.

TAR™️ Tethered Drone System

Absolute Safety

Implemented with a failsafe, this system protects your UAVs during emergencies, such as low battery or RC link loss. Furthermore, you can effortlessly establish geofences to prevent your UAVs from entering restricted zones, further enhancing operational safety. In addition, the system continuously monitors critical parameters, ensuring real-time adjustments and minimizing risks during flights.

TAR™️ Tethered Drone System

Structure scans

Structure scans allow you to assess the condition of any structure, plan maintenance, and more. Additionally, these scans can be fine-tuned to meet the specific needs of each structure, ensuring a comprehensive analysis. This flexibility makes it easier to adapt to various requirements and enhance the overall efficiency of maintenance planning.

TAR™️ Tethered Drone System

Survey scans

Utilize survey scans to thoroughly examine any area of choice. You can easily select from predefined patterns or create your own using our intuitive tracing tool. Moreover, this flexibility ensures that your survey captures the necessary details with precision, making data collection more efficient and perfectly tailored to your needs. Additionally, it allows for better customization, empowering you to optimize your workflow for various surveying requirements.

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Failsafe feature

It effectively protects UAVs during emergencies, such as low battery or RC link loss. Furthermore, you can easily create geofences to prevent your UAVs from flying into restricted areas, thus enhancing both operational safety and security. Additionally, this feature ensures that your drone operates within safe boundaries, minimizing risks.

Specifications 

Physical Characteristics

Specification Details
Dimensions (without propellers) 52 X 52 X 30 cm
Dimensions (with propellers) 94 X 94 X 30 cm
Max take-off weight (with battery and payload) ≤ 6 kg
Empty weight (without battery and with payload) ≤ 5.3 kg
Empty weight (without battery and payload) ≤ 5 kg
Max payload capacity 750 g
Payload ground clearance 25 mm (Variable)
Propeller type Non-foldable
Configuration Co-axial quadcopter
Propeller size (size and pitch) 15″ X 5.0“ (upper), 16” X 10″ (lower)
Airframe make Carbon fibre and Nylon

Performance Characteristics

Specification Details
True Endurance™ (with payload) Up to 24 hours
Composite material
Command and control range 100/70 m
Live Video Transmission 100/70 m
Max take-off altitude (AMSL) 4000 m
Max flight altitude (AGL) 100/70 m
Operating temperature range -20°C to +60°C
Wind resistance 12 m/s (20 knots)
Ascend speed 2 m/s
Descend speed 1 m/s
Deployment time < 5 minutes
Packaging Time (After landing) < 10 minutes
Aural Signature < 60 dB at 300 ft
Launch type Autonomous vertical take-off and landing
Max space required for recovery 2.5 m X 2.5 m
Flight modes Fully autonomous from take-off to landing without using any R/C controller, Altitude hold, Remote piloted mode for video-based navigation (RPV mode)
Failsafe features Return to Home on communication failure, Return to Home/Land on tether breakage, Multiple GPS on-board for GPS failure redundancy, High wind indication, High wind fail-safe, Return to land on power cutout
Extra features Plug and perform tether system

Datalink Characteristics

Specification Details
Communication Link Capability Transmit control commands, telemetry data, day and night video from UAV to GCS
Video Output Ethernet
Video Link Digital and Encrypted
Frequency Band 2.4 GHz band or 5.8 GHz band
Number of Channels 16 communication channels

Payload - I (Day-Night dual vision)

Specification Details
Dimensions (L x W x H) 57 x 52 x 88 mm
Weight 235 g
Gimbal 3-axis mechanical
Control Range Pitch: -90° to +135°, Yaw: -165° to +165°, Roll: -45° to +45°
Day Camera:
Resolution 1920 x 1080P
Zoom 20x & 2x digital (total 40x), Continuous zoom
Field of View HFOV: 60°, WFOV: 3°, NFOV: 1.5°
Night Camera:
Resolution 640 x 480
Zoom 4x continuous digital
Detection & Tracking 2 km (Day), 800 m (Night)

Payload - II (Day-Night dual vision)

Specifications Details
Dimensions (LxWxH) 118 x 92 x 159.88 mm
Weight 730 g
Gimbal 3-axis mechanical
Gimbal Pitch -45° to +95°
Gimbal Yaw ±300° to ±365°
Gimbal Roll ±70°
Control Range 2 km (Day)
Day Camera Resolution 1920 x 1080P
Day Camera Zoom 10x optical & 32x digital
Day Camera Field of View HFOV: 54°, DFOV: 68°, VFOV: 31°
Night Camera Resolution 640 x 512
Night Camera Zoom 8x continuous digital
Night Detection & Tracking 800 m

Payload - III (Day vision only)

Specifications Details
Dimensions (LxWxH) 100 x 77 x 105 mm
Weight 365 g
Gimbal 3-axis mechanical
Gimbal Pitch -45° to +45°
Gimbal Yaw +240° to -240°
Gimbal Roll +45° to -100°
Day Camera Effective Megapixel 4 MP
Day Camera Resolution 1920 x 1080P
Day Camera Zoom 10x optical
Day Camera Field of View DFOV: 66.6° – 7.2°
PAL/NTSC Supported Yes

Payload - IV (Day vision only)

Specifications Details
Dimensions (LxWxH) 55 x 55 x 70 mm
Weight 95 g
Gimbal 3-axis mechanical
Gimbal Pitch -135° to +45°
Gimbal Yaw -160° to +160°
Gimbal Roll -30° to +30°
Day Camera Effective Megapixel 8 MP
Day Camera Resolution 3840 x 2160P
Day Camera Zoom 6x digital
Day Camera Field of View FOV: 93°

Tether station - (100 m)

Specifications Details
Tether Length 100 m
Tether Weight 16 g/m
Tensile Strength 120-150 daN
Power Output 2200 W
Tether Management Electric and manual winch with various torque
Portable Power Source 230 VAC, 50-60 Hz (4 kW min), 120 VAC, 50-60 Hz (3 kW min)
Dimensions 408 x 603 x 261 mm
Tether Box Weight ≤ 24 kg
Rugged Structure IP54 Certified
Operating Temperature -20°C to +50°C
Portability Yes

Tether station - (70 m)

Specifications Details
Tether Length 70 m
Handlebars Cushioned/Non-cushioned
Tether Weight 16 g/m
Tensile Strength 100 daN
Power Output 1500 W
Tether Management Electric and manual winch with various torque
Portable Power Source 230 VAC, 50-60 Hz (4 kW min), 120 VAC, 50-60 Hz (3 kW min)
Dimensions 627 x 475 x 292 mm
Tether Box Weight ≤ 20 kg
Rugged Structure IP54 Certified
Operating Temperature -20°C to +50°C
Portability Telescopic handle and wheels

GCS (Ground Control Station) Characteristics

Specifications Details
Built-in Pre-flight Checks Yes
Features Failsafe feature, Geo-fencing, etc.
GUI Display Mission planning, Structure scans, Survey scans, Geographic map along with UAV location, UAV trajectory, waypoints, and flight plan. Real-time video from the UAV with on-screen display of key parameters.
Real-time Display Parameters UAV coordinates, target (payload) coordinates, range from UAV, Distance from Home, etc.
User Controls One-click Take-off / Land / Hover, Set the altitude of the UAV, Waypoint navigation, Dynamic flight plan adjustment, Point payload to ground coordinate function, RPV mode for semi-autonomous flying.

Battery

Specifications Details
Dimensions (LxWxH) 137 x 55 x 44 mm
Weight 695 ± 5 g
Battery Type Li-polymer
Capacity 5200 mAh
Standard Voltage 21.6 V
Max Charging Voltage 25.2 V
Energy Density 115.44 Wh
Charging Time 25 minutes at 3C
Charging Temperature 10°C to 45°C
Storage Temperature 5°C to 45°C
Charging Cycle 200 cycles

FAQ’s 

How does the TAR™️ Tethered Drone System enhance security for critical infrastructure over long periods?

The TAR™️ drone’s impressive 24-hour continuous flight time, paired with its tethered power source, ensures uninterrupted surveillance of critical infrastructure such as power plants and airports. Furthermore, its EO-IR dual vision payload enables high-resolution visible and thermal imaging, allowing operators to monitor these areas in real-time. This advanced capability ensures effective threat detection and malfunction identification, even during low-visibility conditions like night or fog. As a result, the TAR™️ drone provides unmatched reliability and versatility for high-stakes surveillance missions.

Can the TAR™️ drone be used for detailed structural inspections, and how does it handle complex maintenance tasks?

Indeed, the TAR™️ drone is equipped with advanced structure scan capabilities, enabling it to assess the condition of buildings, bridges, power lines, and pipelines. Operators can leverage its stabilized camera with 40X zoom and thermal imaging to detect fine cracks, hotspots, and other potential issues in hard-to-reach areas. Additionally, the drone’s ability to maintain precise positioning and capture real-time data is crucial for planning preventive maintenance, reducing downtime, and ensuring overall operational safety. This makes the TAR™️ an indispensable tool for infrastructure inspections, enhancing both efficiency and reliability.

In what ways does the TAR™️ drone enhance search and rescue operations, especially in challenging environments?

The TAR™️ drone’s extended flight time, thermal imaging capabilities, and 100-meter tether make it ideal for continuous search and rescue missions in complex terrains or low-visibility conditions, such as forests or mountainous regions. Its RGB day payload with HDR night vision allows for clear imaging even in low-light scenarios, helping rescue teams locate individuals faster. Additionally, the drone’s quick deployment time and failsafe features ensure rapid, reliable operations in emergencies.

How does the TAR™️ drone maintain consistent data transmission and power supply during extended missions in remote areas?

The TAR™️ drone is powered via a tether that not only supplies continuous electrical power but also ensures stable, real-time data transmission to ground control stations, even in remote or difficult-to-reach locations. This makes it an excellent tool for long-term monitoring of remote sites such as wildlife reserves or disaster zones, where it can be deployed without concerns about battery depletion or data loss.

What advantages does the co-axial motor configuration provide in high-risk environments, such as disaster zones or areas with extreme weather conditions?

The dual-redundant co-axial motor setup ensures that the TAR™️ drone remains operational even if one motor fails, providing an extra layer of safety and reliability during missions in hazardous environments. Whether deployed in disaster zones or areas prone to strong winds, the co-axial system enhances the drone’s stability and minimizes the risk of operational failure, allowing for consistent performance in critical situations.

How can the TAR™️ Tethered Drone be integrated into power line and pipeline monitoring to improve maintenance efficiency?

The TAR™️ drone’s tethered system allows for prolonged, real-time inspections of power lines and pipelines, enabling operators to identify anomalies such as leaks or overheating. Its thermal and visible imaging capabilities allow detailed assessment of structural integrity while reducing the need for on-ground inspection teams, making it a cost-effective solution for large-scale utility monitoring and preventive maintenance.

What specific features make the TAR™️ drone suitable for wildlife conservation and environmental monitoring applications?

For wildlife conservation, the TAR™️ drone can perform long-duration surveillance, tracking migration patterns or poaching activities without disturbing the animals. Its infrared thermal imaging is particularly useful for monitoring animal activity at night. In environmental monitoring, its ability to detect temperature anomalies through thermal vision allows early identification of forest fires or pollution events, providing critical data for early intervention and disaster prevention.

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