Infrared gimbal pods serve as core electro-optical payloads for UAVs. Based on sensor configuration, functions and mechanical structure, they are mainly categorized as follows:
Single-Spectrum Infrared Gimbal Pod Equipped only with a thermal infrared sensor, it generates images by detecting heat signatures. Ideal for night search & rescue and fire hotspot detection. Featuring compact size, light weight and competitive cost, it meets basic round-the-clock heat source detection requirements.
Dual-Sensor EO/IR Gimbal Pod (Visible Light + Infrared) Integrated with a visible camera and thermal infrared module. It delivers clear real-view footage via visible light during daytime and switches to infrared detection at night or in smoky conditions. It is the most widely adopted model for power line inspection and security surveillance.
Triple-Sensor EO/IR Gimbal Pod (Visible Light + Infrared + Laser) Built upon dual-sensor configuration with an added laser rangefinder; some versions support laser pointing. It can accurately measure target distances and locate fault points, widely used in pipeline inspection, emergency response, border security and other high-precision missions.
Temperature Measurement Infrared Gimbal Pod Fitted with temperature-measuring thermal imaging core. It collects real-time temperature data and identifies overheating equipment, commonly deployed for predictive inspection of power grids, photovoltaic power stations and industrial facilities.
Lightweight Mini Infrared Gimbal Pod Adopting compact 3-axis stabilization structure with low weight. Compatible with small and medium industrial drones. It reduces endurance consumption of UAVs while maintaining fundamental thermal imaging performance.
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