MS150TA Two-Axis Tri-Light Pod

The MS150TA electro-optical pod integrates an uncooled infrared thermal imager, a 30x continuous zoom visible light camera, a laser rangefinder, a two-axis servo-stabilized platform, and an image processing module capable of autonomous recognition and tracking. Designed for high precision and low latency, the pod is well-suited for small unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to conduct round-the-clock reconnaissance and surveillance over target areas.

Equipped with both uncooled infrared and visible light imaging capabilities, the pod enables all-weather detection, identification, and tracking of ground targets. It simultaneously outputs real-time infrared and visible light video streams for mission personnel to monitor.

The MS150TA has been adapted to multiple mainstream flight control platforms in China, ensuring seamless integration with UAV flight control systems. It can also be connected to our organization’s ViewControlStudio display and control software platform, helping the overall unit accelerate UAV system development.

Typical applications of this electro-optical pod include reconnaissance, targeting support, border patrol, search and rescue operations, and forest fire prevention.

I. Photos of the actual product

Figure 1 Product Image

II. Product Functions

a) Automatic identification and tracking of typical targets.
b) Built-in self-test and fault reporting functions.
c) Visible light module supports 30× optical zoom.
d) Capable of detecting long-wave uncooled infrared and visible light bands, with output of both infrared and visible light images.
e) Integrated laser ranging capability.
f) Visible light features: optical zoom, autofocus, manual focus, fog penetration, and low-light enhancement.
g) Infrared sensor offers 1.0× to 4.0× electronic magnification and six pseudo-color switching modes.
h) Two-degree-of-freedom movement (azimuth and pitch).
i) Multiple operating modes: heading lock, manual search, follow-up, attitude stabilization, and tracking.
j) Capable of isolating carrier disturbances and stabilizing the line of sight.
k) Target locking/unlocking function; when locked, the pod outputs an image with a tracking frame.
l) Automatic target tracking with resistance to natural interference.
m) Memory tracking: quickly recaptures the target after brief loss.
n) Adjustable gate size.
o) Switchable tracking point.
p) Calculates target coordinates based on laser ranging, UAV position, and attitude data.
q) Bidirectional communication with the control station via serial port / 100 Mbps Ethernet (UDP); outputs system status, camera status, and optical axis position.
r) Video interfaces: HD-SDI and 100 Mbps Ethernet (RTSP protocol).
s) Supports photo and video recording.

III. Mounting Platform

Vertical take-off fixed-wing drones, rotary-wing drones, tethered drones, etc.

IV. Main Technical Parameters

model	S150TA
Infrared thermal imager
Detector type	Uncooled focal plane detector
Operating band	8 m 14 m
Detector resolution	640 512
Pixel size	12 m
Lens focal length	45mm
Field of view	9.75 7.81㣨 5%
Pseudo-color	6 types
Numbers multiplied	1 4X
Noise equivalent temperature difference	NETD 50mK
Minimum distinguishable temperature difference	MRTD 500mK
Visible light camera
resolution	1920 1080
Response band	0.4 m to 0.9 m
Pixel size	2.8 m
Optical zoom	30 times
Mixed Variable Multiplication	60 times
focal length	4.3mm 129mm
Field of view	63.7 35.8 2.3 1.3 ( 5%)
zoom mode	Autofocus, manual focus
Minimum Illumination	0.01 Lux (Black and White)
Laser rangefinder
wavelength	1535nm
Maximum ranging distance	3km (under conditions of visibility 15km)
Minimum ranging distance	20m
Distance measurement accuracy	2m
Ranging frequency	1-5Hz adjustable
Servo Platform
Orientation angle	360 n (360 continuous rotation)
Pitch angle	-120 +90 (positive for upward)
Frame corner accuracy	0.3㣨1ң
Stable accuracy	0.1mrad (1 )
Maximum turning speed	Azimuth 50 /s, Pitch 50 /s
Maximum turning acceleration	Azimuth 20 /s2, Pitch 20 /s2
System Indicators
Image tracking	Automatic tracking of selected targets (optional)
Power supply voltage	20V to 32VDC
power	Stable power consumption: 30W (peak power-on current 5A)
weight	1Kg
volume	157mm 157mm 180mm
interface
Control Interface	RS422/TTL
Video interface	Gigabit network /synchronous 422
Storage interface	128G memory card (Mini SD card)
Image format	JPG format
Video format	AVI format
Environmental adaptability
Operating temperature	-20+60 (-40 optional)
Storage temperature	-45 65
Vibration conditions	The acceleration is 2g; 30 minutes each in the vertical, horizontal and longitudinal directions.
Impact conditions	Peak acceleration 20g, duration 11ms
Protection level	Can fly in light to moderate rain