Intended Use of the Avy Dock
The Avy Dock is ideal for professional applications where drones need to be ready for use at all times. Typical applications include:
- Infrastructure Inspections – Efficiently Monitoring Bridges, Power Lines, Wind Turbines, and Pipelines
- Perimeter and Border Surveillance – Automated patrols of large areas without on-site personnel
- Environmental and Nature Conservation Monitoring – Monitoring of Forests, Water Bodies, or Protected Areas
- Emergency and rescue operations – Rapid deployment for medical transport or disaster response
- Remote Asset Monitoring – Remote monitoring of remote industrial facilities, oil platforms, or storage facilities
Thanks to its combination of VTOL capability and a long-range flight range of up to 100 km, the system is well-suited for operations in remote or hard-to-reach areas where rapid response times and continuous availability are critical.
Technical Specifications for the Avy Dock
General
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Hangar exterior: 1348 x 414 cm
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Hangar interior (UA volume): 329 x 362 cm
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Door opening: 312 (W) x 109 (H) cm
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Platform: 260 (L) x 300 (W) cm
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Overall system dimensions with rails: 348 x 910 cm
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Recommended floor area: 1400 x 1300 cm (including safety zone)
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Weight: 1,650 kg (dock / control tower)
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Required power connection: Waterproof single-phase CEE plug
Operating performance
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Transition from Active to Start: 30 seconds
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Cooling / Heating / Dehumidification: Via HVAC System (Air Conditioning)
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Charging process: Automated
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Electricity consumption: 3,000 kWh/year + HVAC (in the Netherlands, approx. 2,000 kWh/year). This assumes 2 start/stop cycles and 2 full charges per day at an outside temperature of 10–30 °C.
Operating conditions
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Temperature: -15 °F to 50 °F
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Wind limit (static): 55 knots (102 km/h)
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Wind limit (takeoff/landing): 12.5 m/s (25 knots), including gusts
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Precipitation: Heavy rain up to 50 mm/h
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Corrosion: Protected
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Plattform-Zugang: Max. 4 Personen + Drohne oder < 340 kg
Security and Communication
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Control (Command & Control): Dual LTE
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Backup connection: Wired RJ45 Ethernet (optional)
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Positioning: GNSS + RTK
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Safety features: Visual indicators (LEDs), audible alarms (buzzer), emergency stop switches (4)
What's Included with the Avy Dock
- Avy Dock Docking Station
- Automated launch and landing platform
- Integrated charging system
- Air-conditioned enclosure (HVAC)
- Camera system (interior and overview cameras)
- Lighting system for nighttime operation
- Communication Module (Dual LTE)
- Safety and warning system (LEDs, buzzer, emergency stop)
- Integration with the Avy Base mission software
Information on product safety
Manufacturer:
Avy
Donauweg 21
1043 AJ Amsterdam
Netherlands
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Facts about the Avy Dock
Integrated camera system
Multiple cameras continuously monitor the drone, the platform, and the area surrounding the docking station. These include interior cameras in the hangar, platform cameras, and overview cameras. They provide live images for remote monitoring and assist operators during takeoff, landing, and maintenance procedures. The close-up camera offers 4 MP resolution (2688 × 1512), while overview cameras use a stereo configuration with 2 × 2 MP (1920 × 1080) and 2.5× zoom.
Automatic loading system
After landing, the drone automatically connects to the platform’s conductive charging system. This allows it to be prepared for its next mission without human intervention.
Remote Monitoring and Mission Management
All data, camera feeds, and weather information are displayed directly in the Avy Base mission software. Communication is handled via dual LTE; an Ethernet connection (RJ45) can be set up as a backup if desired.
Product Features: Avy Dock
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Weather resistant
The Avy Dock is specifically designed for demanding outdoor conditions. Its weatherproof, corrosion-resistant housing provides long-lasting protection, while the climate-controlled docking station ensures optimal conditions inside. The station can withstand heavy rain of up to 50 mm/h.
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Autonomy
The Avy Dock enables fully automated takeoff, landing, and charging of the Avy Aera drone—without the need for on-site personnel. The drone can take off in a short amount of time and return on its own after the mission.
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Remote Operation & Networking
The Avy software allows the station to be controlled remotely. Missions can be planned, monitored, and controlled while the docking station and drone operate in tandem.
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Precision
For autonomous landing, the system uses GNSS with RTK corrections, achieving positioning accuracy down to the centimeter. This enables the drone to land safely and consistently on the platform