ACSL SOTEN Standard Camera

ACSL SOTEN Standard Camera: Reliable visual imaging payload for NDAA-compliant operations

The ACSL SOTEN Standard Camera is a purpose-built visual imaging payload designed exclusively for the ACSL SOTEN NDAA-compliant drone platform. It delivers dependable RGB imaging through a 1-inch, 20 MP sensor paired with a mechanical shutter and a 3-axis stabilized gimbal. Designed for modular SOTEN operations, the camera supports hot-swapping with other SOTEN payloads and optional onboard data encryption, making it suitable for government, infrastructure, and regulated missions that require secure and stable visual data capture.

Core imaging and camera capabilities

• 1-inch CMOS sensor captures high-resolution 20 MP still imagery.
• Mechanical shutter minimizes motion distortion during aerial image capture.
• 4K video recording supports 3840 × 2160 resolution at 30 fps.
• Wide aperture range from f/2.8 to f/11 supports varied lighting conditions.
• JPEG and DNG formats support flexible post-processing workflows.
• 28 mm equivalent focal length supports general-purpose aerial imaging.
• ISO range up to 6400 supports low-light visual capture.
• IP4X-rated design supports professional operational environments.

Stable imaging for dynamic flight conditions

The SOTEN Standard Camera integrates a 3-axis stabilized gimbal to maintain image clarity during maneuvering flight. Controlled pan, tilt, and roll movement reduces vibration and motion artifacts during video and still capture. Mechanical and electronic shutter options further support sharp imagery across varying flight speeds, enabling consistent visual data capture for inspection, monitoring, and documentation missions where image stability is critical.

Mission flexibility through hot-swappable payload design

Built around ACSL’s modular payload architecture, the SOTEN Standard Camera can be hot-swapped with other SOTEN-compatible payloads without reconfiguring the aircraft. Operators can quickly transition between visual, thermal, multispectral, or optical zoom payloads to adapt to changing mission requirements. This modularity reduces downtime in the field and allows teams to deploy the most appropriate sensor without maintaining multiple aircraft configurations.

Platform compatibility

• ACSL SOTEN drone: exclusive supported aircraft platform.
• Hot-swappable payload interface: enables rapid camera changes.
• 10-pole pogo-pin connector: provides power and data communication.
• microSD storage: supports onboard image and video recording.
• Native ACSL systems: support camera control and operation.

Operational use cases across industries

• Infrastructure inspection: capture detailed visual imagery of assets.
• Public safety operations: document scenes with stabilized aerial video.
• Government missions: operate within NDAA-compliant requirements.
• Facility monitoring: support routine visual checks and documentation.
• Environmental observation: record visual conditions from aerial vantage points.
• Site documentation: generate visual records for planning and reporting.
• Training operations: support pilot and mission workflow development.
• General aerial imaging: capture consistent RGB imagery across missions.

Secure handling of visual mission data

The ACSL SOTEN Standard Camera supports the SOTEN platform’s optional security features, allowing photo and video data to be encrypted before being written to the onboard microSD card. This capability supports organizations that require controlled data handling and secure storage during flight operations. Integrated directly into the SOTEN ecosystem, this ensures visual data remains protected throughout the mission lifecycle.

The ACSL SOTEN Standard Camera delivers dependable RGB imaging for professional SOTEN operations. It is designed for organizations that prioritize stability, modularity, and secure visual data capture.

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