Lantronix has launched its AI-driven Drone Reference Platform, designed to streamline the development of next-generation unmanned aerial systems for defense and commercial use.
Compliant with U.S. security requirements, the platform enables rapid transition from concept to prototype within weeks, significantly shortening typical drone development cycles.
The all-in-one solution integrates computing power, sensors, and flight controls, reducing engineering complexity and accelerating system integration.
It supports a broad range of use cases, including reconnaissance, security monitoring, and industrial inspection.
The platform enables autonomous, real-time decision-making by processing data onboard through advanced artificial intelligence capabilities.
Powering the system is Lantronix’s Open-Q 8550 µSOM, featuring Qualcomm’s Dragonwing QCS8550 chipset capable of delivering up to 50 TOPS of performance, suitable for high-demand applications such as industrial UAS, robotics, and intelligent imaging systems.
The Linux-based platform is delivered with comprehensive software tools and documentation to support rapid prototyping and deployment.
It includes native integration with the FLIR Hadron 640 and optional support for comparable sensor payloads, providing thermal and electro-optical imaging functionality.
Flight operations are controlled via the Pixhawk PX4 autopilot, ensuring flexible mission management.
By entering the UAS sector, the California-based company is diversifying beyond its Internet of Things roots and targeting leadership in a market expected to grow to $57.8 billion by 2030.
The platform is being showcased at the annual CES exhibition in Las Vegas.
