SpyRanger Reconnaissance small Unmanned Aerial Vehicle
Introduction
The way in which information is processed,
transferred and saved by unmanned systems is essential to the operational
capabilities. With the increasing amount of data produced by sensors,
developers need to make sure that data gathering and processing protocols will
function as expected to deliver a consistent experience for users. The newest
reconnaissance and surveillance Spy'Ranger is a tactical Unmanned Aerial
Vehicle resulting from the need for battlefield anti-drone measures. The
platform has sustained a significant level of interest as its competition has
gradually expanded. The Spy'Ranger is the newest design of a small Unmanned
Aerial Systems (sUAS) with Electro-Optical/Infra-Red imaging system suited for
transferring high-definition electro-optical and infrared images in real time
(Thales group, n.d). Thales Group has kept most of the technical data private
and not readily available to the public.
Unmanned System Data
Format, Protocols, and Storage Methods
The Platform
presents excellent levels of durability. It comes with the Spy'C Command-and-Control
suite. Configured to function in severe conditions, the platform, collects and
transfers precise beyond-line-of-sight picture information to taskforces and
battle group units. It can make use and exchange information with multiple
sensor image analysis and distribution system (MINDS/SAIM). MINDS/SAIM is an
Open software and hardware architecture, scalable and adaptable to the
stand-alone or networked component of the air operation centers and fighting troops,
to produce images that can be utilized in operational Command, Control,
Communications, Computers, and Intelligence platforms for operations
preparation and multiple sensor maneuvers by units. Advanced processing
capabilities and tactical data link make the platform perfect for any kind of
wide or point -area surveillance at night or day. Spy'Ranger detects and
geographically locates objectives in real time to support operations by units
involved in combat. Its laser pointer and HD images reveal the precise position
of a target. Geographical information is added so that the details can be
utilized instantly. The platform collect and transfers images, for instant clarification to carry out current operations, or for additional use to sustain combined mission arrangements or damage evaluation. The data link interactions are protected and encoded to maintain service readiness in congested situations and to avoid interruptions. The Spy Ranger is intended to offer unique picture detail with a high-definition angular view that is typically 2.5 wider than its competitors from the also new in-house developed treble-sensor stabilized mounted ball (Thales Group, 2016). Imagery is electronically and mechanically stabilized trough the performance of the gimbal. The high-definition imagery is processed on board for immediate transmission through a high-capacity c-band data link, although that imagery is also stored on board for post-landing processing. Data link solution is based on a dual architecture including a high-speed imagery link in Ku-band and a high integrity command and control in C-band. Both data links include ground and airborne equipment with their complete antenna solution.
Capability Improvement
Regarding
data protocol enhancements for the Thales Spy'Ranger, the system could benefit
from possible spectrum repurposing and reallocation for broadband purposes to
support broadband from a global perspective. Also, the implementation of cloud
architecture to reduce the need for onboard data storage and make data
available to multiple users. The
Unmanned Vehicle Cloud services thru Widgets should be integrated within Data
Distribution Services such as Ozone Widget Framework, Hadoop, and Accumulo.
Cloud and unmanned vehicles groups should combined efforts to improve a system
using open-source modules. 
References
Thales Group. (2016).The future
of frontline surveillance and intelligence. Retrieved from https://www.thalesgroup.com/en/worldwide/defence/mini-uav-system-reconnaissance-roles
Thales group. (n.d). Milipol
Paris, 18th November 2015 Thales unveils Spy’Ranger, the most advanced
reconnaissance/surveillance mini-drone in the world. Retrieved from https://www.thalesgroup.com/sites/default/files/asset/document/pr_thales_unveils_spyranger_the_most_advanced_reconnaissane_surveillance_mini-drone_in_the_world.pdf.
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