The DJI box drone solution can operate in a violent Force 11 storm and land on a moving vehicle.

DJI has launched its new system called DJI Dock 3, an innovative "drone-in-a-box" designed to carry out remote operations continuously, even in challenging conditions. This system is prepared to operate in temperatures ranging from -30°C (-22°F) to 50°C (122°F) and has an IP56 rating for water and dust resistance.

Unlike its predecessor, the Dock 2, which only allowed for fixed installations, the Dock 3 is designed to be mounted on moving vehicles, facilitating more dynamic deployments. Its configuration allows for the use of up to two drones simultaneously within a single transport unit, enabling uninterrupted dual-drone rotations. Additionally, horizontal and cloud-based calibrations have been enhanced to increase operational accuracy.

For fixed installations, the D-RTK 3 Relay Fixed Version offers more stable video transmission and improves satellite signal by reducing interference. The Dock 3 is compatible with Matrice 4D and 4TD drones, both with an IP55 rating. These models allow for a flight time of up to 54 minutes and a hover time of 47 minutes.

The Matrice 4D is specially designed for mapping tasks and surface inspections, equipped with a 24 mm wide camera featuring a 4/3 CMOS sensor and an adjustable aperture ranging from f/2.8 to f/11, as well as a 20MP resolution. It also includes a 70 mm medium telephoto camera with a 1/1.3 inch sensor and a resolution of 48MP. On the other hand, the Matrice 4TD is oriented towards emergency responses and infrastructure inspections, including a thermal infrared camera and an auxiliary close-range spotlight that reaches up to 100 meters, significantly improving nighttime visibility.

The system is complemented by the DJI RC Plus 2 Enterprise controller, which enables autonomous operation of the drones and communication between them, extending the operational range even in areas with obstacles or without 4G signal. Furthermore, it integrates with FlightHub 2, facilitating automated flight paths, object tracking, and thermal anomaly detection. Additionally, the Dock 3 includes modules that enable obstacle detection with LiDAR and radar, a tracking spotlight with a 100-meter range, and a real-time speaker with a range of 300 meters and an output of 114dB, as well as supporting third-party payloads through interfaces like E-Port and PSDK.

Data security is ensured through AES-256 encryption, and while users in the U.S. cannot sync flight logs, they have the option to delete data upon request. The system also features a Flight Termination Module (FTS) that allows for the manual or automatic shutdown of the drone, ensuring compliance with regulations such as C6.

While specific prices have not been disclosed, the DJI Dock 3 is now available for purchase through authorized DJI Enterprise dealers.