Skyhawke 1001A

LOW COST
GYRO STABILISED
VIDEO SURVEILLANCE AEROSTAT SYSTEM
Skyhawke 1001 Camera

"Taking Balloon Technology to New Heights"
We offer the Skyhawke 1001A and the Sky-Doc™.
Capable of Operating in Hurricane Force Winds
Since 1989
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The system consists of a tethered aerostat mounted 2 axis stabilised camera platform, (available on tethered blimp, and on other platforms), with a camera control basestation.

The unique aerostat design supports the camera platform housing the camera and all video processing, interface and control electronics.

All power, video and communications between platform and ground station are fed via Radio Transmission.

Aerostat batteries and radio transceivers are required, low battery drain allows long periods of deployed operation. 4hrs of Continuous Operations, 14hrs in Stand-by Mode with 1 lb. Battery Pack

12 VDC Electric Winch Included.

Optional power feed via a cable woven into the aerostat tether is available.

Note: Higer wattage transmitter require larger battery and may require a larger balloon to lift the system.
The System Control Panel provides all camera positional and operational controls.
Three video transmission options are available, all at 2.4 Ghz carrier frequency:
1. Standard low wattage video transmitter included, up to 1,000+ ft.:
2. Medium wattage video transmitter system, up to 5,000 ft;
3. High wattage video transmitter system, up to 4+ miles.
The System Control Panel has a wireless range of up to 5,000 feet.

  • Small 2 man operated TV/security/surveillance aerostat system.
  • Rapid deployment from trailer, truck, boat, ship, or land structure.
  • May be towed at high speeds on land or on water. Up to 100+ MPH.
  • Stowed in foot locker size containers.
  • Ideal for trailer transport.
  • Lightweight 2 axis stabilised platform.
  • 25x Zoom f=2.4mm (wide) to 60 mm (tele), f1.6 to f2.7 12x (300x with optical zoom)
  • Wireless radio controlled system.
  • Microwave video downlink.
  • 45 degree (wide end) to 2.0 degree (tele end).
  • Min. Working Distance - 35mm (wide end), 800mm (tele end)
  • High quality images - 680,000 pixels.
  • Video DSP including freeze image.
  • Low light 3.0 lux (50 IRE) capability.
  • Aerostat batteries - can be powered directly from base station.
  • 12 VDC vehicle battery operation.
  • Very low power requirement.
Technical Characteristics

AEROSTAT SkyDoc Balloon
Size 12Ft Diameter
Fill 360 cuft Helium
Height 150 Meters Tether Provided

PLATFORM
Stabilisation 2 Axis
Azimuth 360° Continuous
Elevation 270°

CAMERA
Image Sensor
Type CCD
Pixels 680,000
H Resolution >460 TVL
S/N >45dB
Minimum Sensitivity
Color 3 1x
Mono 0.02 1x
Zoom
Optical 25x Optical, 12x Digital - total zoom capability.
A of V (H)
Maximum 45 deg Minimum Zoom
Minimum 2.0 deg Maximum Optical
White Balance Auto/One Push
Black Balance Auto
Pixels 680,000
Gain
Minimum -3dB
Maximum 28dB

NOW WITH - Interface Advanced Features
The upgraded interface comes with the advanced features below.
  • • Video image de-jitter
  • • Object tracking
  • • Mosaicing (Deck of Cards)
  • • High Resolution Still Images
  • • Video Recording
  • • Video input through “Video for Windows” device, Axis video server and video file
    • Larger Video Area Mosaicing created by RTVS “Deck of Cards” Feature Video Image De-jitter
    The de-jitter feature holds objects in the image at the same location on the screen (quiet to the viewer). It does this by re-registering each frame to minimize video object motion. The de-jitter feature has adjustable gain for translation (x-y) and rotation.
    Object Tracking
    The upgraded interface uses information from video motion analysis to send pan/tilt commands to the AltiCam turret for hands free object tracking. Object tracking has two modes, “Track” and “Mark”
  • “Track” allows the user to follow moving objects by placing the track box over an object in the image. When “Track” is engaged, the interface sends pan/tilts commands to the turret to keep the object in the center of the screen. Following cars or people from an airborne turret is a good use for this mode.
  • “Mark” allows the user to hold the whole video image in place. The interface sends pan/tilt commands to the turret to prevent the turret from drifting off a scene. Holding a stationary scene is a good use for this mode.
    • Mosaicing (Deck of Cards)
    The interface can mosaic the unused portion of the video area by leaving old images behind. It is called “Deck of Cards” because the old images appear below the live image like a deck of cards. Deck of Cards adds information to otherwise unused video area. The number of cards left behind is adjustable from 0 to 20.
    High resolution still images
    You can create high-resolution (1024x768) snapshots of your current video image. Snapshots are created from multiple fields and frames of incoming video through a sophisticated image processing technique. It not only removes sensor and compressor noise from the incoming video but also increases the actual resolution by combining information from multiple source images.
    Video Recording
    The upgraded interface can record the incoming video to file. Only the raw video is recorded. The video file can be played through the interface so that the advanced features can enhance the video replay.
    Video Input
    The interface can get video from a “Video for Windows” device, Axis Video Server and video file. This allows the interface to be used in a wide range of situations.
    The interface optionally comes with advanced features developed by Real Time Video Systems (RTVS). The PC interface can De-jitter the video image and use video analysis to do hands off object tracking. This document introduces and explains the advanced features that the RTVS option adds.

    REMOTE CONTROLS Console
    CAMERA
    Zoom Manual
    Focus Auto/Manual/Infinite
    Exposure Auto/Manual
    Gain Auto/Manual
    Freeze Image On/off
    Color/Mono On/off
    PLATFORM
    Stabilisation On/off
    Azimuth Right Joystick
    Elevation Right Joystick

    VIDEO
    SYSTEM
    625 PAL Color
    525 NTSC Color
    OUTPUT
    1Vp-p 75 ohm
    Manual Gain Setting
    Manual Iris Setting
    Freeze
    Monochrome
    Manual Focus

    POWER SUPPLIES
    Mains
    Battery
    DC 10.6>13.5 V
    Power
    7 Watts Nominal

    TETHER
    2 Ea 500 pound breaking strength, Polyester covered Spectra.
    Length 500 feet.
    Optional power feed via a cable woven into the aerostat tether is available. $4.00 per foot.
    Average price for standard tether line is $.55 per foot .

    WINCH
    Light Weight Winch

    Worm gear reduction for positive load holding

    Dynamic braking for instant stopping Rugged construction
    12 Volt DC power Low voltage forward/reverse control
    High-capacity cable drum Frictionless bearings
    Full power reversible
    1000 LB. Single line lift
    Line speed 200 FMP @ 25 LB.
    Single line, first layer drum capacity: 250' OF 1/4" Line
    Unit Size and Weight 67LB. 22"L x 12"W x 13"H
    Winch Specifications
    ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED
    Balloon repair kit and fill hose.
    Spare battery pack.
    12 VDC battery charger.
    Shipping container.
    Instructional materials.
    90 Day Warranty.

    OPTIONS
    Additional Tether lengths of 200 to 5,000+ feet.
    Larger balloon for higher elevations and heights.
    COAX cable for direct video feed. Will require a larger balloon.
    Power cable woven into cable.
    Higher powered video transmitters.
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    System Includes the following:
    Standard low wattage video transmitter included, up to 1,000+ ft.
    System Control Panel has a wireless range of up to 5,000 feet.
    Lightweight 2 axis stabilised platform.
    Camera 25x Zoom f=2.4mm (wide) to 60 mm (tele), f1.6 to f2.7 12x (300x with optical zoom)
    Wireless radio controlled system.
    Microwave video downlink.
    Aerostat batteries .
    Panasonic ToughBook
    12 VDC vehicle battery operation.
    2 SkyDoc BalloonS 12 fT Diameter.
    2 500 Ft 500 pound breaking strength, Polyester covered Spectra.
    Standard Extended Drum Capacity 12VDC Winch
    Balloon repair kit and fill hose.
    Spare battery pack.
    12 VDC battery charger.
    Shipping container.
    Instructional materials and 90 Day Warranty

    PRICE
    Quote
    Shipping not included.
    Customs, taxes, import fees, and insurance not included.

    We reserve the right to change any specification item for the better without notice.
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    SKY-DOC™ SYSTEMS

    THE AEROSTAT
    SKY-DOC™ High Wind Force Balloon
    Now for the first time, a balloon system that can withstand
    Hurricane Force Winds.-

    Compare the SkyDoc Balloon with a Blimp (same net lift).
    Compare SkyDoc Vs. Blimp
    SkyDoc was used in Greenland at 15,000 feet for vertical profile measurements of ozone within the planetary boundary layer. CLIMB HERE

    We are the only company that offers the SKY-DOC™ Balloon. Have you ever heard of a 'sky hook'? Now there is one! The SKY-DOC™ Balloon overcomes the forces that winds have on standard design balloons and blimps. The more forceful the wind, the more lift the SKY-DOC™ Balloon develops. It has been tested in a wind tunnel with 90 MPH winds, it could sustain additional force, but this was the highest wind speed the wind tunnel could develop. Wind Tunnel Tests.

    This Helium platform balloon is designed to meet criteria that has been requested by many operators of aerial specialised equipment. This balloon has been developed through intense research of fabrics, materials and designs that are tuned to the needs of these users. The balloon is designed with state of the art components that offer optimum performance and reliability.

    The belly complex and tether apex is fabricated for attaching photo equipment and and other platforms.

    A large area can be painted with your logo or sign. Unlike a blimp, the message is seen 340+ degrees from the ground.

    The balloon is stabilized better than a blimp and is designed for ease of assembly and set up.

    The balloon design allows for extreme lift with increased wind speed.

    FAST - UNSINKABLE - EFFECTIVE - LONG LASTING
  • Patent Pending Design for Hurricane Force Winds
  • Rapid Deployment
  • Air Transportable
  • High reserve buoyancy

    • DEPLOYMENT
    The SKY-DOC™ 15 foot balloon requires up to 4 294 cuft helium bottles, 3,000 pound capacity Windlass/Mooring Winch or capstan.

    TETHER LINE
    The SKY-DOC™ 20 foot balloon requires a tether line that will withstand over 3,000 pound pull. This tether line must be capable of not stretching even under these high lifting situations. We provide the best tether line in the world for this unique balloon. Standard tether, tether with conductors woven in the tether are available.

    Tethers per QUOTE.

    SPECIAL NOTE The special design of the SKY-DOC™ balloon allows for increased lift with increased winds. Thereby the system stays in the sky in Hurricane Force Winds. Since it can stay aloft, no special enclosure is required for the system during heavy winds. Once it has been launched, the system will operate until the task is completed. Because of its special Patent Pending design, the amount of Helium required is keep to a minimum.

    Wind Tunnel Tests.

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    NOTE: Altitude, ambient temperature, air density, and about 25 other factors determine the final lifting force available.

    Rapid response in the critical early stages of a operation is key to a successful response.
    Kurt Liestenfeltz
    Managing Director

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    Silver Spring, MD 20901
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