xG Technology, Inc. announced the collaboration between IMT Vislink and K2 Unmanned Systems, LLC (K2) on the launch of K2’s new law enforcement tactical drone, the Knight Hawk. IMT Vislink is providing interoperable, encrypted HD video downlink technology for use with the Knight Hawk, which is the first U.S.-designed and assembled law enforcement tactical UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle).
IMT Vislink downlink technology is fully compatible with regional agencies’ large platform, fixed, and rotary wing surveillance aircraft platforms, allowing for dual use of current portable and mobile command vehicle downlink receive systems. The IMT Vislink downlink systems are built around an “air-to-anywhere” philosophy that allows real-time video to be collected, distributed and managed across all deployed assets.
The Knight Hawk is a commercial grade UAV designed with first responder operations and infrastructure inspection in mind. Its high pound payload capacity, infrared optics and encrypted HD video downlink are just a few features that make it crucial for critical situations.
