In development · Ground sensor

Detection Node

A stationary edge-AI node that shares the drone perception stack for fixed coverage.

01 Digital twin

The production CAD, live.

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Rendered view of the Detection Node (NM5-C) CAD model

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02 Overview

The Detection Node packages the same Pi 5 + Hailo-8L pipeline in a standalone printed PETG pod that mounts on a mast, tripod or kit hub for fixed coverage of a training-site perimeter. It reports classes and counts computed on the device, and nodes and airframes report to the same fleet monitor so an operator sees one picture.

Specification · DETECTION-NODERev 2026-10-06
In development Public release
Compute
Raspberry Pi 5 + Hailo-8L AI HAT+ · Active Cooler
Sensor windows
Camera Module 3 · TFmini-S rangefinder · Lepton 3.5 thermal
Output
Classes and counts, on-device · no faces
Enclosure
105 × 73 × 43 mm FDM PETG shell · 108 g
Mounting
¼-20 nut trap · 30.5 mm pattern · zip-tie slots
Airflow
Lid intake grid over the cooler · 10 exhaust slots