Anatomy Of A Predator B Uav

Originally a highly successful reconnaissance platform used by the Air Force, the Predator B is finding its place among the ranks of civilian aircraft: Variants of the plane have been used in border security and NASA Earth science missions. Here’s the tech that makes the Predator tick – without a pilot on board.Media Platforms Design Team+ Click to enlargeThe turret on the underside of the Predator B’s nose houses cameras and other sensors. Media Platforms Design Team+ Click to enlargeA General Atomics technician pilots the plane from a mobile ground station. Media Platforms Design Team+ Click to enlargeOn a Predator’s live feed of the U.S.-Mexico border, an agent points to a ground target “painted” by the UAV’s infrared laser designator. style=“float:right; font-size:9pt; font-weight:bold; border:thin solid #666666;"> Civilian UAVsMedia Platforms Design TeamNo Pilot, No ProblemMedia Platforms Design TeamMedia Platforms Design Team Anatomy of a PredatorCivilian UAVs: Five More Unmanned Aircraft