Drone Remote Controller Unit for Professional UAV Deployments
19. March 2026 | Planegg
The Atlantik Elektronik Drone Remote Controller Unit is a reference design specifically developed for demanding professional UAV missions in challenging industrial, governmental, and security environments.
Powered by a Qualcomm Dragonwing™ SoC, the modular UAV command platform delivers ultra-low-latency HD transmission and integrated edge AI processing for next-generation drone applications. With a control range of up to 20 km and end-to-end latency below 50ms, it can reliably support remote operations in dynamic scenarios.
While the 6000 mAh battery, delivering up to 4 hours of runtime with hot-swap support and 18W quick charging, enables continuous and reliable operation, the operating temperature range from -20°C to +70°C makes the RCU suitable for outdoor operation.
The reference design features a 6.95" FHD touchscreen with up to 1000 cd/m² peak brightness as well as 8 programmable buttons and dials to facilitate operator interaction.
To meet different program and manufacturing needs, we offer flexible integration options (HDMI output, USB Type C, and a MAVLink interface, paired with an open Android software platform supporting OTA updates) and delivery models (Complete Unit, SKD, and CKD).
More information about the Drone Remote Controller Unit is available in the ATE Store.
Find more about our solutions for AI-powered command and control system solutions (C2 systems) here.
Q&A
What makes the Drone Remote Controller Unit suitable for professional UAV missions?
It is designed for demanding industrial, security and governmental deployments with up to 20 km control range and end to end latency below 50 ms, enabling stable, responsive remote operation in dynamic environments.
Which features support reliable field use and operator control?
The platform combines a 6.95" FHD touchscreen with up to 1000 cd/m² brightness, 8 programmable buttons and dials, and interfaces such as HDMI, USB Type C and MAVLink. It also supports outdoor use with an operating range from -20°C to +70°C, a 6000 mAh battery, hot swap support and 18 W quick charging.
How flexible is the platform for customization and deployment?
The controller is based on an open Android environment for custom app development and OTA updates, and it is available in Complete Unit, SKD and CKD delivery models to support different integration, localization and manufacturing strategies.
