Control Station is led by a team of innovators and process control visionaries. Their diverse backgrounds have helped Control Station to become the leading independent supplier of process analytics and optimization solutions.
Our contributions to performance monitoring and process analytics are equally notable. Control Station was among the first to introduce tools for the continuous assessment of control loop performance. Our initial foray into monitoring was in 2004. Utilizing innovations in OPC connectivity, the tool equipped users with real-time trending and statistical analysis of individual controllers. In 2009 we launched a platform technology for proactively monitoring all loops within one or more production facilities. With innovative approaches to data capture, metrics, forensics and analysis, our platform technology stands apart. Today, Control Station is the leading independent vendor of control loop performance monitoring solutions.
Just as poor control hampers efficiency and throughput, maintaining effective control of critical production processes can equip your manufacturing facility with significant economic benefits. Control Station is the leading independent provider of process analytics and optimization solutions. We have the people, processes and tools needed to empower you to achieve your business-critical process control objectives.
Combined with Automatic Takeoff and Landing Capability (ATLC) already fielded on MQ-9A, as well as SATCOM Taxi capability fielding in 2021, the PACS can replace the full-size ground control station at the launch and recovery site (LRE). Its intuitive USB hand controller and touch screens replace the standard aircraft "Stick and Throttle" functionality.
Built around a state-of-the-art processor with significant processing power, the system utilizes virtualization to eliminate the standard stick and throttle control console, workstation processors, and audio equipment found in a full-scale ground control station. Operating system includes both Linux and Windows 10 Secure Host Baseline. The unit is portable and can operate from -10 C to 60 C in full daylight outdoor conditions. The PACS system and software runs on commercial off-the-shelf components, which reduces end-of-life component issues and allows for future installation of MQ-9A system software on commercial off-the-shelf computers.
The current Operational Control Segment (OCS) includes a master control station, an alternate master control station, 11 command and control antennas, and 16 monitoring sites. The locations of these facilities are shown in the map above. View as PDF (111 KB)
As part of the GPS modernization program, the Air Force has continuously upgraded the GPS control segment for many years. The ground upgrades are necessary to command and control the newer GPS satellites and to enhance cybersecurity.
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is the leading designer and manufacturer of proven, reliable Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) systems, radars, and electro-optic and related mission systems, including the Predator RPA series and the Lynx Multi-mode Radar. With more than five million flight hours, GA-ASI provides long-endurance, mission-capable aircraft with integrated sensor and data link systems required to deliver persistent flight that enables situational awareness and rapid strike. The company also produces a variety of ground control stations and sensor control/image analysis software, offers pilot training and support services, and develops meta-material antennas. For more information, visit www.ga-asi.com.
Honeywell's ground control station is a software solution that allows remote aircraft operations beyond visual line of sight, an essential feature to maximize development aircraft testing and enable the future AAM market. Building on decades of experience in developing certified avionics, Honeywell will customize a solution to serve Supernal's needs as it moves through the testing of its electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicle. Depending on the needs of an operator, Honeywell's ground control station technology could be scaled to manage hundreds or even thousands of vehicles across a series of stations.
"The collaboration with Honeywell brings unparalleled technological prowess to our flight test program," said Adam Slepian, chief commercial officer, Supernal. "Their ground control station doesn't just meet our current needs but also offers scalable solutions for the future."
As part of Hyundai Motor Group, Supernal is working to collaborate with 50+ affiliate companies and external partners like Honeywell to develop its eVTOL vehicle for commercial use starting in 2028. Supernal and Honeywell are committed to co-creating an AAM ecosystem to ensure the industry can scale in the coming decades, and ground control stations will be key to that ecosystem's success.
"The Honeywell ground control station features a certified, decentralized and redundant architecture that offers persistent connectivity for remote operations," said David Shilliday, vice president and general manager, AAM, Honeywell Aerospace. "This integrated solution ensures seamless and reliable command and control over remote vehicles, further solidifying Honeywell's role as a leader in Advanced Air Mobility solutions."
The ground control station will seamlessly integrate with the onboard Honeywell Anthem Flight deck, which is already part of Supernal's vehicle systems. This integration will reduce both technical and schedule risks, allowing Supernal to concentrate on building the aircraft.
This collaboration with Supernal highlights Honeywell's ongoing investment in ready-now solutions to create a more sustainable future for air travel. Honeywell's AAM products and solutions include autonomous technologies, avionics suites, flight control computers, actuation systems, thermal management, electric motors, hydrogen fuel cells, turbogenerators, and SATCOM hardware and services.
Honeywell (www.honeywell.com/us/en) is a technology company that delivers industry-specific solutions that include aerospace products and services; control technologies for buildings and industry; and performance materials globally. Our technologies help aircraft, buildings, manufacturing plants, supply chains and workers become more connected to make our world smarter, safer and more sustainable. For more news and information on Honeywell, please visit www.honeywell.com/us/en/news.
The rugged polycarbonate storage case provides both physical and environmental protection and contains an eyelet that allows for a secondary safety seal to easily identify if the station has been opened or tampered with. The clear design allows visibility at any angle and the external mounting tabs enable the case to be easily installed on any wall. The exterior has rounded corners to help prevent injury if bumped into and comes complete with the mounting hardware. Cases are water resistant. To best protect your critical life savings products cases are best mounted under cover and out of the direct elements.
Contains basic life saving bleeding control equipment such as a tourniquet, pressure dressing and gauze bandage to put into the hands of the public to help control bleeding and save lives on the spot.
UAV ground control station (GCS) is a land- or sea-based control centre that provides the facilities for human control of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs or "drones").[1] It may also refer to a system for controlling rockets within or above the atmosphere, but this is typically described as a Mission Control Centre.
GCS hardware refers to the complete set of ground-based hardware systems used to control the UAV. This typically includes the Human-Machine Interface, computer, telemetry, video capture card and aerials for the control, video and data links to the UAV.
Smaller UAVs can be operated with a traditional "twin-stick" style transmitter,[4] as used for radio controlled model aircraft. Extending this setup with a laptop or tablet computer, data and video telemetry, and aerials, creates what is effectively a Ground Control Station.[5]
Some portable GCS units are in the HOTAS (Hands On Throttle And Stick) layout. This layout includes a 3-Axis Joystick to control yaw, pitch and roll of the UAV. A slide or t-bar fader can increase or decrease the airspeed of the UAV.
Pilot devices are mainly used in the commercial or industrial applications where human-to-machine interface is required. Typically used as a part of a system, automated process, or a control panel, these devices provide information on condition and control monitoring of different types of processes, machinery, and equipment.
The unique design of the gasket was engineered specifically for our compact control stations, creating a squeegee effect that forms a permanent watertight seal providing Type 4/4X and IP66 ingress protection.
ComEx is a flexible system offering standard as well as customer-specific local control and indicating units. You have the choice between three standard enclosures which can accomodate up to three different control and indicating devices. Combinations of up to three ComEx enclosures are possible.
Either stuffing box glands in M20 x 1.5 and M25 x 1.5 made of plastic or cable glands made of metal are available for the electrical connection. The plastic glands require no lock nuts. Metal glands are screwed into a metal earth plate sheet inside of the enclosure. Maximum amount of cable clands: two off M20.
To ensure easier operation on site, each enclosure can be equipped with an individual info-label. For offshore applications special oil-resistant attachments are available.
This product family allows you to configure the models you need in the quantity required to support your lockout program in various settings throughout your facility. Placing equipment and paperwork in a single location can help improve the effectiveness and efficiency of group lockout. When placed at the point of lockout, the S3500 Series can minimize the movement of equipment and personnel, reducing the amount of time it takes to complete lockout from start to finish. In a centralized control room setting, the S3500 Series can improve and streamline communication.
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