Overview
The Storm Eye-40IE-M is currently the only YANGDA gimbal product equipped with a zoomable EO sensor. Powered by high-resolution imaging and 30x zoom capability, along with a 640×512 thermal imager, 5 km laser rangefinder, AI tracking functionality, and a 3-axis stabilized gimbal, it delivers omnidirectional aerial imaging for diverse operational needs across different missions, times, and environments.
Mission Fit
Why it Performs in Demanding Monitoring Missions
40X Optical Zoom
Ultra-Sharp Daytime Imaging
The Storm Eye-40IE-M is currently the only YANGDA gimbal product equipped with a zoomable EO sensor. By combining high-resolution imaging with up to 40x optical zoom, it delivers exceptionally sharp daytime visuals with rich detail, redefining standards for industrial aerial imaging.
35mm Thermal Imager
Built for Day-and-Night Awareness
Equipped with a 640x512 thermal imaging sensor featuring a 35 mm long-range lens, the Storm Eye-40IE-M supports detection distances of up to 4.5km under low-light and nighttime conditions. Powered by precise infrared detection, heat signatures and environmental anomalies can be identified early, reducing the risk of missed dangers in complex environments.
5 km LRF and AI Tracking
For Reliable Target Control
With up to 5 km laser ranging combined with AI-powered recognition and auto-tracking, the Storm Eye-40IE-M delivers continuous target awareness and stable tracking performance, minimizing the risk of target loss in complex and dynamic environments.
3-Axis Gimbal
Plug-and-Play Integration
Designed with a quick-release mechanism, the 3-axis Storm Eye-40IE-M enables tool-free installation and a secure physical connection,streamlining deployment while ensuring stable imaging in operation.
Designated Control System
Compatible to MAVLink
Powered by the in-house YDlink camera control software, the Storm Eye-40IE-M supports MAVLink protocol and integrates with PX4 and ArduPilot flight control systems, enabling real-time telemetry, video transmission, and precise command execution for efficient and reliable aerial operations.
Highly Resilient
In Harsh Environments
Equipped with built-in thermal sensor protection, the Storm Eye-40IE-M operates within a temperature range of -10°C to 50°C , ensuring reliable performance across diverse operating environments.
Target Tracking
Coordinated Camera-Drone Control
Through integration with the camera and drone control system, the Storm Eye-40IE-M enables the drone to automatically adjust its flight path to follow the target. This ensures synchronized operation between the camera and the drone, maintaining readiness for real-time execution of target-related commands.
UAV, UGV, USV Compatible
All-Round Imaging Support
Featuring a stabilized gimbal platform, long-range zoom, clear day-and-night observation, and intelligent target detection and tracking, our gimbal cameras integrate seamlessly with UAVs, ground vehicles, marine vessels, and robotic platforms, delivering dependable imaging support for a wide range of industrial missions.
Best Fit For
Key Specifications
Platform Compatibility
Designed for efficient and practical UAV integration, including:
High Compatibility with
● Platforms: VTOL / multirotor drones
● Systems: PX4 / ArduPilot
● Protocol: MAVLink
● Interfaces: PWM / S.Bus / UART / Ethernet
In-House Operating Techn
● Operating System: YDlink control system
● Deployment: Quick-release mechanism
Recommended Applications
| Gimbal system | AI recognition | Vehicles, human (Trainable target recognition) |
| Target tracking | Support | |
| Input voltage | 12V | |
| Video output | 1080P/30fps Ethernet | |
| Video recording | 1080P 30fps MP4 | |
| Photo format | JPG(1920*1080) | |
| Rotation range | Pitch: +45° ~ -164°, Roll: ±45°, Yaw: Unlimited | |
| Angle jitter | Pitch and Roll: ± 0.01°, Yaw: ± 0.02 ° | |
| Control interface | S. Bus, Serial commands and Software control via Ethernet | |
| Working current | Static current: 650mA (@12V) | |
| Dynamic current: 850mA (@12V) | ||
| Local storage | TF card (Up to 128G, Category 10, FAT32 or ex FAT format) | |
| Mechanical characteristic | Total weight (head and camera) | 1,200g ± 5g |
| Operating temperature | -10°C ~ +50°C | |
| Dimensions | 205*153*147mm | |
| Mounting | Screw-type quick disassembly structure | |
| zoom camera | Sensor | 1/2.3 inch Exmor R CMOS |
| Lens focal length range | 40x Optical zoom, f = 3.9 mm -46.8 mm | |
| Pixels | 8.93 million | |
| Signal system | 1920*1080 | |
| FHD: (1080P/59094, 1080P/50, 1080i/59.94, 1080i/50, 720P/59.94, 720P/50) | ||
| Focusing system | Automatic (Sensitivity: normal, low), one-click autofocus, manual, interval autofocus | |
| Zoom triggers autofocus and focus compensation when ICR mode is turned on | ||
| Minimum illumination | High sensitivity mode: Color 0.75 lx (F1.8, AGC on, 1/30 s) | |
| (50%, High sensitivity mode on ) | Normal mode: Color 3 lx(F1.8, AGC on, 1/30 s) | |
| Minimum optical focusing distance (Short focal length to long focal length) | 10mm(Wide-angle) to 1500mm (Long focus) (Default: 300mm) | |
| Aperture range | F1.8 (Wide-angle) ~ F2.0 (Long focus) | |
| Thermal imager | Lens | 35mm |
| Operating band | Uncooled vanadium oxide long wave (8μm~14μm) | |
| Pixels | 640 × 512 | |
| Pixel size | 12μm | |
| Focusing | Without thermal | |
| Digital zoom | 8x | |
| Field of view | Horizontal: 12.5° | |
| Vertical: 10° | ||
| Diagonal: 16° | ||
| Detective distance (Man: 1.8×0.5m) | 1458 meters | |
| Recognition distance (Man: 1.8×0.5m) | 365 meters | |
| Verifcation distance (Man: 1.8×0.5m) | 182 meters | |
| Detective distance (Car: 4.2×1.8m) | 4472 meters | |
| Recognition distance (Car: 4.2×1.8m) | 1118 meters | |
| Verifcation distance (Car: 4.2×1.8m) | 59 meters | |
| Emissivity correction | The emissivity is adjustable from 0.01 to 1 | |
| NETD | ≤50mK(@25℃) | |
| MRTD | ≤650mK(@Characteristic frequency) | |
| Image enhancement | Automatically adjust image brightness and contrast | |
| Color palette | White Hot, Black heat, Pseudo | |
| Automatic non-uniformity | Yes (With or without shutter) | |
| Correction function | ||
| Time synchronization | Yes | |
| 5000m Laser rangefinder | Measuring distance | Above 3000 meters (Car: 2.3m × 2.3m) |
| Over 1500 meters (Human: 1.75m × 0.75m) | ||
| (Vusubility is not less than 5 kilometers, diffuse reflectance is greater than 0.3, humidity is less than 80%) | Over 5000m (Buildings) | |
| Laser wavelength | 1535nm ± 5nm | |
| Laser divergence angle | Less than 0.5mrad | |
| Continuous measurement frequency | 1~10Hz Adjustable | |
| Ranging accuracy | Within ± 2m (RMS) | |
| Accuracy rate | Over 98% | |
| Minimum range | Less then 20m | |
| Ranging resolution | Less then 30m (Multiple targets) | |
| Operating temperature | -40℃~ +65℃ | |
| Storage temperature | -55℃~ +70℃ |
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