ACSL Inc. TENSO-DUAL Band Smart Controller for SOTEN Drone, Black

ACSL Announces New NDAA-Compliant Smart Controller, Upgrades to Flagship SOTEN Drone, and Future Platform Improvements
New smart controller, TENSO, aims to increase efficiency for operators in the field with rugged design, integrated HD display, and intuitive user interface

SOTEN has rolled out significant performance improvements since initial launch with more upgrades in the roadmap

The TENSO smart controller was designed to make flight ops easier and more efficient when using SOTEN out in the field. Similar to the standard SOTEN controller, TENSO uses an AES256 encryption communication protocol between it and the drone, the same protocol used by the US government for classified information. This makes TENSO ideal for more sensitive drone operations. TENSO was designed for working in challenging climates and scenarios. Its robust and durable construction has a recommended operating temperature range from 14 Degree F to 104 Degree F and is dust and splash resistant with an IP43-rating. Weighing in at 2.3lbs and with 3 hours of battery life, TENSO is both highly portable and functional.

"TENSO is a welcome addition to our lineup as we expand the SOTEN footprint in North America, bringing on more customers seeking a robust ecosystem that matches their needs."

Usability was prioritized when designing TENSO and the user interface is clean, simple, and easy to understand. The 5" display offers a 1080p resolution and up to 1000 nits of brightness, ideal for a wide range of scenarios including direct sunlight. The maximum 2.5 mile operating range, combined with 2.4 GHz operating frequency and Wi-Fi and LTE compatibility, allows for extended and reliable connectivity. Any combination of up to three standard and smart controllers can be simultaneously linked to a SOTEN during live operations.

Since SOTEN units entered the US market earlier this year, ACSL has spent extensive time out in the field with strategic partners and early adopters including large utilities like Ameren and New York Power Authority as well as leading nation-wide drone service providers like Firmatek. ACSL has aggressively focused R&D efforts to incorporate US market feedback resulting in several iterations of updates to SOTEN.

Upcoming improvements include
• Expanding line up of swappable payloads
• Additional countermeasures against camera vibration
• A dual-band (2.4 GHz and 5.8 GHz) radio link for improved robustness in noisy environments.
• Capability to monitor and control the aircraft via LTE cellular network.
• RTK module add-on for centimeter-level positional accuracy
• Further real-time video latency reduction