Japanese drone developer ACSL made a number of bulletins as we speak, together with the launch of its new NDAA-compliant sensible controller, TAITEN, upgrades to its superior SAMO thermal digicam payload for the SOTEN drone, and official collaboration with Teledyne FLIR’s Thermal by FLIR Program.
NEW TAITEN SMART CONTROLLER
TAITEN, an NDAA-compliant sensible controller, encompasses a high-resolution 7” built-in show with 1500 nits of brightness and a rugged, IP54-rated weather-resistant design. Further highlights embody HDMI output, customizable operate buttons, and full compatibility with the SOTEN small UAS. The brand new controller might be accessible in September by ACSL’s nationwide community of sellers.
“It is a huge second for ACSL,” mentioned Cynthia Huang, CEO of ACSL Inc. “The launch of TAITEN, upgrades to our SAMO thermal payload, and our official entry into the Thermal by FLIR Program underscore our dedication to advancing mission-ready drone options. FLIR’s experience in thermal imaging and their shared concentrate on safety make them a essential accomplice as adoption of ACSL programs continues to speed up.”
NEW PARTNERSHIP WITH TELEDYNE FLIR
Teledyne’s Thermal by Flir helps unique gear producers (OEMs) with seamless integration of thermal digicam modules and supplies joint go-to-market assist for brand new applied sciences, representing an necessary step in ACSL’s enlargement into the US Market. Future collaborations will equip ACSL’s drones with FLIR’s newest thermal modules and Prism ISP expertise.
“ACSL is an thrilling addition to the Thermal by FLIR program,” mentioned Mike Walters, Vice President of Product Administration, Teledyne FLIR OEM. “Our program accelerates the trail from growth to deployment, placing superior thermal capabilities, like ACSL’s SAMO payload, into the fingers of operators extra effectively. We’re wanting ahead to collaborating with ACSL on the following wave of drone innovation.”
SAMO THERMAL PAYLOAD
SAMO, transport now, is a swappable, NDAA-compliant thermal payload suitable with the ACSL SOTEN drone. It options an built-in Worldwide Visitors in Arms (ITAR)-free twin thermal-visible Teledyne FLIR OEM HadronTM 640R digicam module, which mixes a 64MP seen digicam with the 640×512 Boson radiometric thermal digicam module. Latest upgrades embody a brand new 20X zoom performance. As a part of the FLIR collaboration, SAMO will acquire MSX® (Multi-Spectral Dynamic Imaging) compatibility by 12 months’s finish. MSX expertise combines sharp edge element from the seen digicam with thermal imagery for enhanced context and operational perception.
Industrial UAV Expo
ACSL might be showcasing the TAITEN Sensible Controller, SOTEN drone, and the SAMO thermal payload at Industrial UAV Expo 2025, going down in Las Vegas on September 2–4. ACSL’s International CTO, Chris Raabe, might be presenting the TAITEN controller on September 2, room #316 at 4:30 PM PDT. Cynthia Huang, CEO of ACSL Inc., might be moderating a panel, “UAS in Crucial Infrastructure: A Crucial Dialogue on What Works and Why,” held on September 3 on the Summit Stage from 10:30–11:30 AM PDT. Go to ACSL’s sales space #917 to see the newest improvements in NDAA-compliant drone expertise in motion.
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Ian McNabb is a journalist specializing in drone expertise and way of life content material at Dronelife. He’s primarily based between Boston and NH and, when not writing, enjoys mountaineering and Boston space sports activities.