About the startup
Spry Drone is a joint startup of two professionals at SwellPro and Urban Drones, which took only 45 minutes to launch. Both developers claim the Spy is "the only waterproof drone" that can fly, float and submerge equally flawlessly.
"SwellPro" and "Urban Drones" - managed to prove themselves in the development of a waterproof payload for UAVs, as well as in the development of the first serial waterproof drone Splash Drone.
Features
- Adapted for use in harsh marine environments
- Drone Impenetration Rating IP67
- Control Equipment Impenetrability Rating IP66
- Motors covered with corrosion-resistant materials
- GPS / GLONASS Positioning
- Waterborne Auto Takeoff
- Auto landing on water
- Swims under water
- 12MP 4K camera (EIS stabilization)
- Bit rate 64 Mbps
- Compatible with analog FPV goggles
- Max. FPV removal distance 500m
- Maximum flight speed 69 km / h (in “Manual” mode)
- Max.flight time 17 min
- Piloting modes (GPS / Manual)
- 2-following modes
- 3-autonomous flight modes
- Weight with battery 630 grams
Package Contents
Standard Package includes:
Appearance
Specification
Drone
Control equipment
FPV monitor
Camera
Waterproof
The Spry is designed as a waterproof and floating drone. Designed for harsh marine environments. The power plant and its elements are coated with special corrosion-resistant materials.
Control
The world's first waterproof control panel. Resistant to dust, sea spray and short-term immersion in water.
Camera
The drone has a built-in camera. At the heart of the 1 / 2.3 "CMOS sensor is Sony. Works in conjunction with a distortion-minimizing fisheye lens for realistic images. Electronic image stabilization (EIS) is responsible for image stabilization
The camera is separated from the outside world by an optically engineered polycarbonate dome, which in turn provides high quality transparency without distortion. The specially designed dome shade filters out unwanted reflections often found on water and snow.
Prototype image quality
Piloting modes
Two piloting modes are available:
- GPS - fully stabilized control with altitude hold, electronics control the position of the drone in space, the tilt angles of the drone are minimal.
- Manual (Acro mode) - all restrictions are removed, control is under the control of the pilot. The mode is suitable exclusively for advanced users!
Standalone Modes
Follow Mode
Following an object can be carried out in two modes:
Follow focus - new movement algorithms have made autonomous pursuit more intelligent. Spry will follow the subject for shooting at a given distance and height, both in front and behind it - regardless of whether the subject moves forward or backward. The camera will always keep the subject in the center of the frame, anticipating each subsequent movement.
Follow Orbit - just activate the mode with the switch on the control equipment and the drone will smoothly switch to the execution of a 360 ° flyby of the object for shooting in pursuit mode.
Return Mode
The Return to Boat function allows the Spry to return to the current location of the control gear when communication is lost, or at will the pilot. The function allows you to safely return the drone to the control equipment, even when the pilot is on a moving vessel.
App
When Spry control equipment is paired with a mobile device, functions such as
- One Key Launch
- Tap-to-Fly
- Point Flight
Function
Pilots who want to shoot water sports without fear of drowning the quad will fully appreciate the novelty. But in general, since the drone is adapted for operation in difficult weather conditions, many will be able to benefit from ownership.
Price
The SPRY quadcopter is available for purchase on the official website of the developer. Depending on the selected kit, the price starts at $ 987.
FAQ
Q. Is the Spry drone waterproof? A. Yes, the Spry and the drone controller are completely waterproof.
Q. What if Spry flips upside down in the water? A. If this happens, the pilot can flip it over with the flight mode selector on the control gear. Spry will go under water, roll over and float up with engines.
Q. Does the Spry have a payload drop mechanism like the Splash Drone? A. The Spry has an expansion port at the bottom for connecting future accessories. One such accessory will be a bait release mechanism that can withstand a load of about 340 grams.
Q. Does the Spry camera have image stabilization? A. Yes, the image is stabilized by Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS).
Q. Will spare parts be available for the Spry? A. Yes. All elements of the drone will be available for purchase, including a smart battery and propellers.
Q. Is the Spry's carrying case waterproof? A. No, the transport case only protects against splashes.
Q. What if I want to purchase a Spry with several extra batteries? A. The cost of one battery is $ 57. Just select the additional number of batteries in the manual.
Q. How long does Spry fly? O. Max. Spry flight time - 17 minutes.
Q. How many batteries will fit in the transport case? O. 8 battery.
Q. What FPV goggles does Spry support? A. Spry supports most FPV goggles known today.
Q. Does Spry hold altitude? A. Yes, in GPS mode the aircraft will hold the target altitude and position.
Q. What memory card does Spry support? A. Class 10 or UHS. Maximum capacity 64GB.
Video
Winter launch of SwellPro Spry.
SwellPro Spry Drone Unboxing and Review.
The prototype design was developed over 2 years:
Battery production plant:
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