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The precision
behind the
wonder.

A closer look at the light, positioning, dock operations and software behind a drone-show reference system.

Reference drone-show aircraft with rotor guards and an underside lighting module
RGBWLighting channels
Red, green, blue and white
RTKSatellite positioning
GPS / GLONASS / BDS
24Aircraft per docking case
Reference capacity

01 / Meet the system

A small aircraft.
A coordinated system.

Explore four parts of the reference system. The figures below are reference specifications, not promises about a particular event.

Reference aircraft underside lighting moduleTechnology reference image

01 / Light

Colour carries
the idea.

The reference specification describes RGBW lighting, multi-colour strobe effects and an upgraded filling algorithm with real-time compensation.

24 WPublished lighting power
RGBWFour lighting channels

Reference figures, not a confirmed StingraySky configuration. Show content and viewing conditions still shape the final result.

02 / Behind the scenes

We see the show.
Software coordinates it.

Reference image of an operator using a drone-show control interface
Control-software reference image. This is not a photograph of the StingraySky team.

01 / Content

Prepare the visual script.

Reference tools and algorithms support the preparation of show content.

02 / Coordination

Bring the aircraft together.

Remote batch power-on and automated flight are listed reference functions.

03 / Dock operations

Recharge between flights.

Landing and automatic charging form part of the published operating cycle.

03 / The detail

The reference system, in numbers.

22 reference specifications, grouped for a clearer view of the system. Conditions stay with the figures they qualify.

Aircraft & lighting5 specifications
Aircraft & lighting — technology reference specifications
Overall dimensions308 × 308 × 124 mm
Wheelbase230 mm
Aircraft mass565 g
Lighting power24 W
Strobe capabilitySupported
Positioning & flight5 specifications
Positioning & flight — technology reference specifications
Positioning systemUpgraded RTKGPS, GLONASS and BDS supported.
Positioning accuracy8 mm horizontal / 15 mm verticalUnder normal RTK operation.
Maximum performance speed10 m/sReference figure for swarm performance speed.
Communication range2 kmEquipment specification, not a permitted operating distance.
Maximum wind-resistance figure8 m/sNot a guarantee that a particular event can operate in these conditions.
Docking & show operations7 specifications
Docking & show operations — technology reference specifications
Suggested show durationWithin 15 minutesThis is reference show-time guidance, not a booked show length.
Battery arrangementBuilt-in
Charging methodAutomatic after landing
Power-on methodRemote, in batches
Docking-case capacity24 aircraft
Single-power-station capacity3 showsReference figure; configuration and conditions need confirmation.
Interval before re-flight40–60 minutesAutomatic charging; no battery replacement required in the described cycle.
Environment & deployment5 specifications
Environment & deployment — technology reference specifications
Reference site-demand figure250 m² per 1,000 dronesNot a complete event-site or spectator-separation requirement.
Operating temperature−20°C to 50°CPreheating required below 0°C.
Ingress-protection ratingIP54The source adds light-rain and warranty qualifications; operator guidance applies.
Parachute functionAutomatic protectionAvailability and correct configuration must be checked with the operator.
Parachute opening altitude30–60 mReference range, not a general show altitude or operating instruction.

The reference notes light-rain classification GB/T 28592-2012 and warranty limitations in its IP54 messaging. Do not interpret a rating, communication range, wind figure or site-demand number as approval for a specific show.

Technology in service of a moment

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