DESCRIPTION
Shmel is a Security from CableWalker. It is built for Inspection, Monitoring, Thermal video monitoring. Key figures: 4 kg, 41 min runtime.
The Shmel ('Bumblebee') is CableWalker's compact serial-production quadcopter for video monitoring of terrain with thermal imaging; its small size lets it move quickly and enter enclosed facilities. It weighs 2.2 kg without batteries and 4 kg ready to fly (maximum take-off mass 5 kg), flies for up to 41 minutes (21 minutes with a load) at up to 22 m/s and up to 600 m altitude, and has a control link of up to 20 km. Its three-axis gimbal carries a 4K camera with 6x digital zoom and a 640 x 512 thermal camera. It takes off from a 1.5 x 1.5 m pad, operates from -20 to +40 C in winds up to 10 m/s and measures 897 x 910 x 450 mm with propellers.
FEATURES
- Compact thermal video-monitoring quadcopter
- Small enough to enter enclosed facilities
- 4 kg ready to fly
- 5 kg MTOW
- Up to 41 min flight
- 22 m/s
- 600 m ceiling
- 20 km link
- 4K + 640 x 512 thermal cameras on 3-axis gimbal
- 897 x 910 x 450 mm with propellers
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Verified| Physical | |
| Weight | 4 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | L 897 mm × W 910 mm × H 450 mm |
| Mobility | |
| Movement Type | Aerial |
| Speed | 79.2 km/h |
| Environment | Outdoor terrain and enclosed facilities, -20 to +40 C |
| Power | |
| Battery Life | 41 min |
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Verified| Physical | |
| Weight | 4 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | L 897 mm × W 910 mm × H 450 mm |
| Mobility | |
| Movement Type | Aerial |
| Speed | 79.2 km/h |
| Environment | Outdoor terrain and enclosed facilities, -20 to +40 C |
| Power | |
| Battery Life | 41 min |
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the Shmel?
The Shmel ('Bumblebee') is CableWalker's compact serial-production quadcopter for video monitoring of terrain with thermal imaging; its small size lets it move quickly and enter enclosed facilities.
Who makes the Shmel?
The Shmel is made by CableWalker, a robotics company based in Russia.
How much does the Shmel cost?
CableWalker has not publicly announced pricing for the Shmel. You can enquire through RobotAIGeek for current pricing.
What is the Shmel used for?
The Shmel is designed for inspection, monitoring, thermal video monitoring, and entry into enclosed facilities. It is used in energy and security & patrol settings.
How much does the Shmel weigh?
The Shmel weighs 4 kg.
How fast is the Shmel?
The Shmel can move at speeds of up to 79.2 km/h.
What is the battery life of the Shmel?
The Shmel runs for about 41 minutes on a charge.
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