HolyBro DroneCAN F9P Rover RTK Module

Included

• 1x DroneCAN F9P Rover
• 1x Fixed Carbon Fiber GPS mount

What is DroneCAN and why is it beneficial for UAV builders?

DroneCAN, the CAN in shining armour, is a cutting-edge, lightweight communication protocol specifically engineered for robotic and aerospace applications. How is it different? DroneCAN works its magic over the Controller Area Network (CAN) bus, leaving behind the constraints of traditional communication methods.

The beauty of DroneCAN lies in its simplicity. It functions on a decentralised peer-to-peer network, where each participant (node) gets a unique numeric identifier or a node ID. No Hogwarts admission letter needed, the setup process is as simple as setting just one parameter!

For UAV builders, DroneCAN is a windfall. It’s like upgrading from a bicycle to a bullet train. With DroneCAN, you’re signing up for increased reliability, improved noise immunity, and faster real-time updates. Moreover, its robust resistance to electromagnetic interference makes it an even more compelling choice. Say goodbye to monopolizing your flight controller’s serial port, because DroneCAN facilitates multiple CAN devices to share the same bus via a hub. Essentially, it’s like throwing a party where everyone’s invited!

What is RTK and why is it beneficial for UAV builders?

Now let’s talk about RTK. Not to be confused with the British rock band, RTK or Real-Time Kinematic is the John Wick of satellite navigation. Known for its high-precision capability, RTK enhances GPS signals to centimeter-level accuracy.

RTK locks onto multiple satellite systems concurrently (we’re talking GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou), providing fast convergence times and superior performance. In layman’s terms, it’s like having four high-powered telescopes trained on your drone, ensuring you never lose sight of it.

For UAV builders, adopting RTK is like gaining the Midas touch. The enhanced accuracy ensures that your drone has improved flight stability, route planning, and obstacle avoidance capabilities. The potential for mapping and surveying applications, even in densely populated areas, significantly expands with RTK.

With the DroneCAN H-RTK F9P Rover, you get the best of both worlds – the robust communication of DroneCAN coupled with the laser-sharp precision of RTK. Now, isn’t that an unbeatable combination for any UAV builder? So why wait? It’s time to give your drone the superhero upgrade it deserves!