ADII Improves On Previous Model, Company Says

Sports drone manufacture Airdog has launched a Kickstarter campaign for the development of its latest aircraft; the ADII Hands-Free sports drone

According to information posted on the Kickstarter page, the ADII is the "only drone camera built for hands-free from the ground up, the ADII eliminates the need for manned operation giving the user complete active freedom with perfect content capture."

The aircraft has a built-in LiDAR (distance sensor) preventing ground collision in varying terrain and extreme changes in elevation at high speeds. Proprietary algorithms utilize data from barometric air pressure sensor, accelerometer and GPS to allow for precise and accurate response to extreme elevation changes. It is controlled with AirLeash. Initiate takeoff and make quick inflight adjustments with the press of a button on the wearable device. The durable and light-weight, waterproof, tracking device allows for simple, mid-action control of the ADII while in action. The backlit LCD interface allows the user to read the display clearly in a broad range of lighting conditions.

Operators can also program flight paths using a smartphone or tablet device, and there are three "free-follow" modes for use in areas that are clear of obstacles.

Airdog has improved its camera gimbal. Powered by three brushless motors, the gimbal has the ability to keep the camera level on all axes no matter how the drone is flying. Highly advanced video stabilization system/gimbal provides smooth, professional grade footage when operating in extreme weather conditions. The gimbal adapter also charges your GoPro, so there is one battery less to charge. The new auto start/stop record feature engages during take-off and landing to ensure capture every time, automatically. It is currently only compatible with the GoPro Hero 5 Black camera.

The company hopes to raise $250,000 through the kickstarter campaign. So far, about $57,000 has been pledged.

(Image from Kickstarter page)

FMI: Kickstarter