DESCRIPTION
Raven is an Aerial from AeroVironment. It is built for Inspection, Monitoring, Patrol. Key figures: released 2006.
Raven is an aerial robot from AeroVironment. It is designed for monitoring, patrol, inspection, and remote operations within defense, security, and military environments. What sets Raven apart is its intuitive, battery-powered operation that requires minimal setup. It integrates a stabilized electrooptical/infrared payload, providing real-time imagery and geolocation data suitable for day and night conditions. This allows for faster situational awareness and decision-making at the edge. Raven has a proven track record across military, law enforcement, and security missions. Its deployment is supported by evidence of its release.
FEATURES
- It offers intuitive, batterypowered operation with minimal setup and integrates a stabilized electrooptical/infrared payload to deliver realtime imagery and geolocation data in day/night conditions.
- With easy deployment directly from the operator’s hand and a proven track record across military, law enforcement, and security missions, Raven enables faster situational awareness and decisionmaking at the edge.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Verified| Physical | |
| Weight | Approx. 2 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | H Not disclosed |
| Materials | Lightweight composites |
| Mobility | |
| Movement Type | Aerial |
| Power | |
| Battery Life | Approx. 60–90 min (typical class) |
| Charging Type | Battery-powered |
| Charging Time | Not disclosed |
| Sensing & Compute | |
| Sensors | Electro-optical & IR cameras |
| Connectivity | Secure military comms |
| Software / AI | Crysalis / AV software |
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Verified| Physical | |
| Weight | Approx. 2 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | H Not disclosed |
| Materials | Lightweight composites |
| Mobility | |
| Movement Type | Aerial |
| Power | |
| Battery Life | Approx. 60–90 min (typical class) |
| Charging Type | Battery-powered |
| Charging Time | Not disclosed |
| Sensing & Compute | |
| Sensors | Electro-optical & IR cameras |
| Connectivity | Secure military comms |
| Software / AI | Crysalis / AV software |
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What is the Raven?
Raven is an aerial robot from AeroVironment. It is designed for monitoring, patrol, inspection, and remote operations within defense, security, and military environments. What sets Raven apart is its intuitive, battery-powered operation that requires minimal setup.
Who makes the Raven?
The Raven is made by AeroVironment, a robotics company based in United States.
How much does the Raven cost?
AeroVironment has not publicly announced pricing for the Raven. You can enquire through RobotAIGeek for current pricing.
What is the Raven used for?
The Raven is designed for inspection, monitoring, patrol, and remote. It is used in defence and security & patrol settings.
How much does the Raven weigh?
The Raven weighs Approx. 2 kg.
What is the battery life of the Raven?
The Raven runs for Approx. 60–90 min (typical class) on a charge. It takes Not disclosed to charge.
When was the Raven released?
The Raven was released in 2006.
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