Hextronics Universal

A portable drone docking station (“nest”) that is rugged, weatherproof, heated/air conditioned ground stations that can house off-the-shelf drones (e.g., DJI Mavic 3, Parrot Anafi, tec.).  Universal is equipped with fast robotic battery-swapping technology. is  superbly economical and lightweight, its mobile (comes with optional truck mounting hardware).  It is our best solution for agriculture, construction, public safety and on-the-go inspections.  It is also NDAA compliant.

• Features compressor-based HVAC with thermos resistive heating 
• Maintains internal environment within 10 °C to 35 °C (50–95 °F) 

Physical & Environmental Specs

• Enclosure: Rugged anodized aluminum body, sealed to IP66 standard for dust and water resistance.
• Standard range from 5 °C to 35 °C, with optional upgrades allowing –30 °C to +65 °C.
• Weight: Approx. 32 kg (70 lb) for the base unit; upgraded models may reach ~45 kg.

Drone Compatibility & Battery Docking

• Supported UAV: DJI Mavic 2 series.
• Battery Capacity: Base includes storage for 5 additional batteries, kept charged and ready.
• Swap Time: Approximately 90 seconds, enabling near-continuous operations.

Autonomy & Connectivity

• Embedded with FlytNow Auto software, providing cloud-based mission control via FlytNow Hub.
• Features include mission planning, remote commanding, and precision landing (centimeter-accurate).
• Cloud-Connected: Enables remote telemetry, mission scheduling, and live monitoring.

Add-Ons & Upgrades

• Extreme temperature control
• Integrated cellular (4G/5G)
• On-unit weather station (windspeed, rainfall, humidity, etc.) for pre-flight safety thresholds.

Performance Highlights

• Weather tolerance: Operates in extreme environments (–30 °C to +65 °C).
• Rapid readiness: Battery swaps in ~90 seconds ensure near-constant drone availability.
• Compact footprint: Lightweight design (~32–45 kg) for flexible deployment.
• Envisioned Use Cases: Ideal for security, inspections, infrastructure monitoring, emergency response, and remote surveillance.

Use Cases & Applications

• Security & Patrols: Automated repeatable missions with minimal human intervention.
• Industrial & Infrastructure Inspections: Remote pipeline, powerline, or construction site inspections leveraging consistent flight patterns.
• Emergency Response: Offers rapid deployment and surveillance for first responders, public safety agencies, and disaster assessments.