MT230TB Tri-Axis Tri-Light Pod

The MT230TB electro-optical pod integrates an uncooled infrared thermal imager, a 30x continuously zoomable visible light camera, a laser rangefinder, a three-axis servo-stabilized platform, and an image processing module capable of autonomous target identification and tracking. Designed with high precision and long operational range, the pod is ideal for small to medium-sized UAVs, enabling day-and-night reconnaissance and surveillance over target areas.

The optoelectronic pod leverages the uncooled infrared thermal imager and visible light camera to detect, identify, and track ground targets around the clock. It outputs real-time infrared and visible light video for mission personnel to monitor.

The MT230TB has been adapted to several mainstream flight control platforms in China, allowing seamless integration with flight control systems. It can also be connected to the ViewControlStudio display and control software platform developed by our organization, helping the overall unit rapidly complete UAV system development.

Typical applications of the optical pod include reconnaissance, border patrol, search and rescue operations, and forest fire prevention.

I. Photos of the actual product

Figure 1 Product Image

II. Product Functions

a) Capable of automatically identifying and tracking typical targets.
b) Equipped with self-test and fault reporting functions.
c) Visible light channel supports 30× optical zoom.
d) Provides both infrared and visible light detection capabilities, and can output images from both bands.
e) Visible light features include optical zoom, autofocus, manual focus, and low-light operation.
f) Infrared channel supports continuous zoom.
g) Integrated with laser ranging function.
h) Provides three-axis stabilization (azimuth, pitch, and roll).
i) Supports multiple operating modes: automatic search, manual search, follow-up, and tracking.
j) Capable of receiving commands from the control station and executing pod operations accordingly.
k) Possesses the ability to isolate carrier disturbances and stabilize the line of sight.
l) Supports target lock/unlock; when locked, the pod outputs an image with a tracking frame around the target.
m) Automatic target tracking function enables stable tracking with resistance to natural interference.
n) Features memory tracking, allowing short-term target reacquisition after temporary loss.
o) Allows adjustment of the tracking gate size.
p) Supports tracking point switching.
q) Can calculate target coordinates based on laser ranging data and UAV attitude information.
r) Supports bidirectional communication with the control station via RS422/100 Mbps Ethernet, outputting system status, camera status, and optical axis position.
s) Provides HD-SDI and 100 Mbps Ethernet video output interfaces.
t) Supports photo and video recording functions.

III. Mounting Platform

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

IV. Main Technical Parameters

V. Mechanical Dimensions and Installation Interfaces

Figure 2 Product mechanical dimensions diagram