
The Quattro Flight Management System (FMS) is an industrial grade airborne system composed of the Quattro Autopilot and one or more Quattro Nodes. These core components work in tandem to reduce complexity and weight while enhancing reliability, modularity, and critical mission adaptability.
The Quattro FMS design philosophy is guided by the following priorities:
- Unparalleled Support
- Advanced Flight Control
- Built-in Redundancy
- Active Diagnostics
- Test-Driven Development
- Robust Hardware
Advanced Flight Control
Applied Navigation brings proven flight control techniques from manned aviation to the UAS world.
Built-in Redundancy
Redundancy and reliability are prioritized starting with the core inertial sensors.
Active Diagnostics
Quattro actively monitors its hardware and software health to enhance safety and reliability.
Test Driven Development
Automated testing is at the core of Applied Navigation’s software development approach.
Robust Hardware
The Quattro FMS is designed from the ground up with hardware modularity and durability in mind.
Specifications
Physical Dimensions | L: 103mm W: 62mm H: 24.5mm |
Weight | 122g |
Power Consumption | 4W |
Voltage Range | Primary 7-30VDC Auxiliary 7-30VDC |
Primary Connector | Nicomatic 321BR054F50 |
Cable Connector1 | Nicomatic 322S054H01 |
RF Connectors | SMA x2 |
USB Connector2 | USB-C |
SD Card Connector2 | Micro-SD |
1. The Nicomatic 322S054H01 is polarity keyed and features captured fasteners for reliable connection.
2. The USB and SD card connectors are placed behind a removable panel at the rear of the enclosure.
Interfaces
I/O
Ethernet
CAN
PWM x16
Serial (TTL or RS232) x2
Serial (RS-232 Only) x2
Serial (RS-232 or RS-485) x1
S.Bus In/Out
Datalink
2.4GHz MIMO Line-of-Sight
Encrypted
STANAG 4586 Compliant
Peripherals
u-blox GPS
NovAtel GPS
Volz Actuators (RS-485)
Quattro Node
Applications
Helicopter
Fixed Wing
Hybrid VTOL