The VECTOR Mission Control Computer (VECTOR MCC) is highly suitable for projects that require extensive I/O capabilities and/or custom payload management.
In this example the VECTOR autopilot provides a robust and reliable flight control solution, whilst the VECTOR MCC is set up to manage the payloads. Both the Ground Control Station (GCS) and the VECTOR MCC receive the complete telemetry stream reported by the VECTOR autopilot.
The VECTOR MCC enhances the already impressive I/O capabilities of the VECTOR autopilot, thereby allowing the user to increase even further the number of payloads which can be controlled on an advanced UAV. In this configuration, the mission is managed as usual by the UAV system operator via the GCS, taking advantage of Visionair GCS software for pre-flight configuration, mission execution and post-flight analysis. The VECTOR MCC can automatically manage the mission based on telemetry information received from the VECTOR and from any devices or payloads connected.
The VECTOR MCC provides the user flexibility to develop their own drivers for payloads which are not critical to flight safety and without the risk of interfering with core UAV control.
- Extra I/O capabilities for the most advanced configurations. Even more connectivity options, whilst maintaining the reliability and performance of the UAV Navigation Flight Control System based on VECTOR and Visionair.
- Safety and flexibility to develop payload-related features completely separate from core UAV control, thereby eliminating any risk to flight safety.
- Maximum flight safety thanks to the VECTOR autopilot. Actuators and key sensors necessary for flight control are connected to the VECTOR.
- MIL-STD-810F, MIL-STD 461F and ISO 9001:2015 qualified hardware.
- VECTOR SDK and Visionair SDK availability for MCC programming and Visionair customization.
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COMPUTING CAPABILITY |
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Mission Control CPUs |
2 |
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Memory |
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I/O |
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Total I/O Lines |
62 |
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Servo or General Purpose I/O Lines |
24 (fully configurable), LVTTL: PWM, Discrete Input, Discrete Output, Pulse Counter (RPM), Simulated GPS PPS, Strobe Light Signal |
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PWM Rate |
50Hz, 200Hz or 400Hz |
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PWM Signal |
0.8ms to 2.2ms high, 1us steps |
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CAN 2.0 A and B |
2 (up to 1Mbps) |
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Serial Comm |
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Ethernet |
100 Base Tx Channel according to IEEE 802.3 standard |
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High-speed ADC lines |
8 ADC inputs with 12 bit resolution and up to 1 MHz conversion rate. All channels 0 to 3.3V conversion range |
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ELECTRICAL |
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Supply (unregulated) |
9V to 36V DC |
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Power consumption |
2.5 W |
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MECHANICAL / ENVIRONMENTAL |
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Enclosure Material |
Grade 6082 Aluminium Alloy |
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Environmental Qualification |
MIL-STD-810 |
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EMI Qualification |
MIL-STD-461 |
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Size (mm, H x W x L, box less connectors, width less mounting lugs) |
45.0 x 68.0 x 74.5 |
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Weight |
160g |
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Humidity |
Up to 90% RH, non-condensing |
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Temperature Range |
-40ºC to +85ºC |
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System Connector #1 |
25-pin GLENAIR MWDM2L-25PCBR-.110 |
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System Connector #2 |
37-pin GLENAIR MWDM2L-37PCBR-.110 |
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Auxiliary (serial) port |
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Shock Survival |
500g 8ms 1/2 sine |
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Mounting Screws |
4 x M4 |
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ESD Compliant |
IEC 61.000-4-2-level 4 |
| VECTOR MCC Installation Kit |
- 37-Pin Connector Female (model: GLENAIR MWDM2L-37S-6E5-18).
- 25-Pin Connector Female (model: GLENAIR MWDM2L-25S-6E5-18).
- Binder M8 Wire P/N: 77-3406-0000-50006-0200.