Research robot drone
F4F RoboFly
Fully autonomous research drone for indoor and outdoor use — available in Basic, Vision and Swarm versions.
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- Basic
- Starting point for basic research for indoor and outdoor localization, navigation and path planning.
- Vision
- Advanced applications like computer vision, image processing, neural networks, and inference.
- Swarm
- Drone swarm behavior, decentralized swarms, mutual localization, and swarms without communication.
Introducing
F4F RoboFly
Ready to fly out of the box
F4F RoboFly is a fully autonomous research drone designed for both indoor and outdoor use. Available in three versions — Basic, Vision, and Swarm — each is tailored to meet different research and development needs. Out of the box, RoboFly is ready to fly with ROS-based open-source software, allowing for extensive customization. Its agile and maneuverable design makes it well-suited for challenging outdoor conditions and fast-paced flight scenarios.
Modular architecture
The drone’s modular architecture includes motors mounted in separate sections to reduce vibration and a Raspberry Pi-based main computer, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of accessories and software. USB and Ethernet ports provide easy expandability for connecting sensors, cameras, or other components — making it a cost-effective platform for research and education.
Tailored Performance: Three Versions, Endless Possibilities
Whether you’re starting out with the Basic model, leveraging the Vision version’s AI capabilities, or exploring multi-agent systems with the Swarm variant, F4F RoboFly provides a versatile, scalable solution for robotics innovation.
Features
Small But Powerful
F4F RoboFly autonomous research robot drone provides a versatile and cost-effective solution for developing and validating your drone research in indoor and outdoor conditions. It is an ideal starting point which offers a solid foundation that can be expanded into a more sophisticated and customizable platform.
Compatible with advanced simulators like Unreal Engine, F4F RoboFly is a perfect research drone for testing and refining visual algorithms and training AI systems before deployment in real-world environments.
- Great Agility and Maneuverability
- Easily handles outdoor conditions, including wind and fast flights.
- Highly Expandable
- Features USB and Ethernet ports, enabling the connection of various sensors and accessories.
- Cost Effective
- Designed for initial research needs, before moving to more sophisticated solutions.
- Modular Design
- Allows for easy upgrades and customization of hardware components.
- Raspberry Pi Main Computer
- Employs the highly popular Raspberry Pi, offering a vast array of accessories, software, and a large supportive community.
- Vibration Reduction
- Silentblocks and a separate motor section significantly reduce vibrations for sensitive payloads and IMU, enhancing performance in vision-based navigation and localization tasks.
- Open Source and Development-friendly
- Open source MRS software on Linux with ROS allows for extensive customization.
- Simulator Ready
- Compatible with advanced simulators, making it perfect for testing and refining visual algorithms and training AI systems before real-world deployment.
- Onboard Artificial Intelligence
- Equipped with AI capabilities, enabling advanced decision-making and autonomous functions.
- Powerful Onboard Processing
- Features a strong onboard processor capable of handling complex computations and tasks.
- Onboard Computer Vision Supported
- Equipped with computer vision capabilities, enhancing perception and interaction with the environment.
- Full Autonomy in Real-World
- Operates autonomously in indoor/outdoor environment, navigating and performing tasks independently.
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Components
5" Propellers
- 2 or 3 blade 5-inch propellers available according to specification.
Forward Facing Camera
- 1.58 MP camera with a 45° field of view for object detection and precise visual landing, complemented by up to 64 MP high-performance imaging options for detailed inspection and mapping.
Down Facing Camera
- 1 MP camera with a 180° field of view for VIO-based localization.
Silentblocks
- Significant reduction of vibrations for performance enhancement.
Battery
- Powerful 4S 3700 mAh battery, providing up to 14 minutes of flight time on a single charge.
Main Computer
- Popular Raspberry Pi computer enabling an extensive range of accessories, software, and community support.
FCU
- Powerful H7 32bit processor inside.
Distribution Board with Precise IMU
- Cableless integration of main drone components.
ESC
- Comprehensive compact 4-in-1 configuration.
Battery Connector
- Reliable and stable connection, allowing the battery to function safely and effectively.
GNSS and Compass
- Compatible with all navigation systems – GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, BeiDou and QZSS.
Motors
- Housed in a separate motor section for vibration reduction. Light and swift unit enabling agile flight with up to 4.0 thrust-to-weight ratio.
Every F4F RoboFly is built from proven off-the-shelf and in-house components — tap the markers to explore what is on board.
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F4F RoboFly
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F4F RoboFly
Basic 2,999 €
Ideal as a starting point for basic research for indoor and outdoor localization, navigation and path planning.
- Raspberry Pi
- GPS & VIO
- Down Facing Camera
- Front Facing Camera
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F4F RoboFly
Vision 3,199 €
Ideal for research of advanced applications like computer vision, image processing, neural networks, and inference.
- Raspberry Pi
- GPS & VIO
- Hailo AI Accelerator
- Down Facing Camera
- Front Facing Camera
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F4F RoboFly
Swarm 3,999 €
Tailored for research on drone swarm behavior, decentralized swarms, mutual localization, and swarms without communication.
- Raspberry Pi
- GPS & UVDAR
- Front Facing Camera
- Rear Facing Camera
In detail
Cutting-Edge Technology
The F4F RoboFly is built on a powerful foundation of modern software and hardware technologies. Designed for high performance, autonomy, and flexibility, it brings together advanced tools for perception, control, simulation, and AI. This integrated tech stack ensures seamless development, deployment, and real-world operation.
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