Satnews Daily
December 15th, 2009

Insitu Probes SpaceAge Control For UAVs


SpaceControl pitot-static probe SpaceAge Control, Inc. has been selected by Insitu Inc. to provide the miniature pitot-static probe for the Integrator unmanned aircraft system (UAS). The probe provides primary air data pressure information required by the aircraft — this series of air data probes provides leading-edge power-efficiency, low mass, and small size for UAVs and light jets.

This series of air data probes and similar SpaceAge Control solutions offer several benefits over traditional air data systems, including 35 percent to 50 percent less power, 35 percent mass reduction, and mechanical interface backwards compatibility with legacy designs. The patented design specifically addresses the unique requirements of long-duration, smaller-sized aircraft such as unmanned aerial vehicles and light jets. The Insitu Integrator is one of several legacy and new aircraft programs using the patented SpaceAge Control air data probe technology.