Product Background

With the rapid development and widespread application of drone technology, drone-mounted hyperspectral imaging systems integrating drone platforms with high-precision spectral imaging technology are gradually gaining attention. The drone-mounted hyperspectral imaging system can measure spectral information of plants, water bodies, soil, etc., in real-time and generate spectral images. 

By analyzing these images, it is possible to establish relationships with the physicochemical properties of plants and use the data for research on plant classification and growth conditions. Additionally, it has applications in geological and mineral resource exploration, forest pest and disease monitoring, meteorological studies, and other industry fields.

Product Features

• Hyperspectral resolution: Capable of capturing hundreds of continuous and narrow spectral bands, enabling detailed spectral characterization of surface materials.
• High spatial resolution: Combined with the flexibility and stability of the drone platform, this enables high-resolution imaging of ground targets.
• Intelligent data processing: Integrates advanced image processing algorithms and spectral analysis software, supporting rapid processing and interpretation of data.
• Portability and ease of use: The equipment is lightweight and portable, making it easy to mount on drone platforms, while the user interface is user-friendly, simplifying operation for users.
• Broader application scenarios: Suitable for environmental monitoring, agricultural surveys, geological exploration and other fields, meeting the needs of different users.

Product Requirements:

1. Compact carrier board design: Considering the weight and space constraints of the drone, the accompanying imaging device needs to be designed as compactly as possible. The carrier board design should be compact, effectively utilizing every inch of space while ensuring that all key components can be securely installed.

The size of the SoM should also be strictly controlled to fit the compact carrier board layout, without sacrificing its performance.

2. High compression ratio image compression algorithm: The product should incorporate a proprietary high compression ratio image compression algorithm to optimize the storage and transmission efficiency of image data. The algorithm needs to fully leverage the computational power of the SoM to ensure that excessive performance loss does not occur during image compression. The compression algorithm should minimize file size while maintaining image quality to accommodate the limited data transmission bandwidth and storage space of drones.

3. High-quality product stability: Given the complexity of the product application environment, such as extreme weather and mechanical vibrations, the requirements for product quality and stability are extremely high. All components and materials shall be of industrial grade or higher quality to ensure proper operation in a variety of harsh environments. Products shall be subjected to rigorous tests for shock, impact and weather resistance to verify their reliability in complex application environments.

Based on the product characteristics, Forlinx Embedded recommends using the FET3588J-C system on module(SoM) as the hardware design solution for the product.

Solution Features:

1. Strong performance support

High-performance processor: FET3588-C is based on Rockchip's new flagship RK3588 processor, which adopts an 8nm manufacturing process and integrates a quad-core Cortex-A76+quad-core Cortex-A55 architecture with a clock speed up to 2.4GHz, ensuring strong data processing capabilities for drones during hyperspectral imaging.

Powerful computing power: The built-in NPU provides 6 TOPS computing power, which makes it possible for artificial intelligence to be applied in UAV hyperspectral imaging, such as automatic target recognition, real-time analysis, etc.

2. Excellent image processing capabilities

Next-generation ISP 3.0: The FET3588-C introduces a 48-megapixel ISP 3.0, which supports various image optimization functions such as lens shading correction and 2D/3D noise reduction. This is crucial for enhancing the quality and clarity of hyperspectral imaging.

3. Highly integrated and scalable

Abundant high-speed data communication interfaces: FET3588-C is equipped with high-speed data communication interfaces, which can ensure the rapid transmission and processing of hyperspectral imaging data and improve the operation efficiency.

4. Wide application adaptability

Temperature range upgrade: The temperature range of the commercial-grade FET3588-C SoM is increased from 0 ℃ ~ + 80 ℃ to -20 ℃ ~ + 85 ℃, enabling the UAV to perform hyperspectral imaging operations in a wider range of environmental conditions.

Support for multiple operating systems: Adapt to multiple operating systems, provide flexibility for different users and development environments, and facilitate the integration and development of hyperspectral imaging systems.

In short, the FET3588-C SoM offers strong performance, great image processing, flexible display setup, high integration and scalability, and wide adaptability for use in unmanned aerial vehicle hyperspectral imaging equipment. These advantages make FET3588-C an ideal choice for UAV hyperspectral imaging.