DroneOS: Experimental Autonomy Stack
DroneOS is an AI‑aware autonomy layer for PX4/ROS 2 UAVs to enable safe, remote, internet‑scale operations. It brings a safety‑first architecture, WAN‑ready ROS 2 networking, a secure web control surface, and AI‑assisted workflows — all validated in simulation before flight.
– Remote ops over 4G/VPN
WAN‑grade ROS 2 (Fast DDS) topologies with failover and observability.
– Built‑in safety & guardrails
Preflight checks, invariants, failsafes, and runtime monitors.
– Web + AI control
rosbridge with ACLs/rate limits and an AI copilot that stays within bounds.
Open‑source reference code to learn from or extend — active development happens in the lab.
Core Components
DroneOS Core
Manages ROS 2 stack, PX4 integration, and offboard command handling.
Mission Engine
State machine for AI mission logic, rerouting, and adaptive behavior.
Flight Supervisor
Oversees safety, recovery logic, and failsafe escalation.
Fleet Controller
Coordinates multi-drone operations and autonomy sync.
GCS CLI
Power-user command line for debugging, simulation, and rapid mission testing.
The Command Center: Ground Station UI
The Ground Station UI is the web-based command center for DroneOS. It provides a comprehensive interface for operators to plan missions, monitor real-time flight data, and control UAV operations from anywhere with an internet connection.
– Real-time Telemetry
Live maps, video feeds, and system health monitoring.
– Interactive Mission Planning
Under DevelopmentCreate, upload, and manage complex missions with a few clicks.
– Secure Control
Role-based access and encrypted communication for safe operations.
DroneOS – Autonomy Without Limits.
DroneOS is not a flight controller — it's the software layer above it. By running on the companion computer, it can be deployed on a wide range of UAV platforms without being tied to specific hardware.