onsemi Drone Solutions
Drones are rapidly transforming into intelligent aerial platforms, driven by advanced vision systems that enable real-time inspection, navigation, and data analysis. Powered by cutting-edge CMOS sensors such as Hyperlux ID, LH LP, SG, and SWIR, these systems deliver high-resolution imaging, fast frame rates, and exceptional low-light performance. With global shutter and high dynamic range capabilities, drones can capture fine details, create accurate 3D maps, and operate reliably in challenging lighting conditions.
From infrastructure monitoring to precision agriculture and autonomous flight, machine vision empowers drones to make precise, data-driven decisions. The integration of SWIR and iToF technologies enhances depth perception, expanding operational versatility. onsemi’s compact, power-efficient sensor portfolio supports scalable vision solutions that meet the demands of modern aerial intelligence. With these innovations, drones can fly longer, see farther, and make smarter decisions—redefining operations across infrastructure, agriculture, logistics, and more.
Applications
- Agriculture
- Precision farming and crop health monitoring
- Irrigation management and livestock tracking
- Delivery/logistics
- Fast transport of parcels and medical supplies
- Emergency aid in remote or disaster-hit areas
- Enhancing supply chain efficiency and reducing costs
- Environmental/public safety
- Wildlife tracking and forest fire prevention
- Pollution control and disaster response
- Search and rescue operations
- Industrial/construction
- Site surveying and infrastructure inspections
- Project progress monitoring in mining and energy
- Media/telecommunications
- Aerial photography and cinematography for real estate and film
- Network inspections and connectivity in remote regions
- Security/surveillance (monitoring borders, traffic, and critical infrastructures)
Specifications
- Consumer
- 3.7V to 22.2V battery voltage range
- 250W power
- <1kg payload
- <2kg weight
- Commercial
- 22.2V to 60V battery voltage range
- 6kW power
- Over 10kg payload
- <25kg weight
- Manned drones
- >100V battery voltage
- >100kW power
- 25kg to 140kg payload
- <600kg weight
Videos
Drone Block Diagram
Battery Charging
onsemi NCP1681 Totem-Pole Power Factor Controller
CCM/CrM-CCM PFC controller optimized for driving the bridgeless totem pole PFC topology.
onsemi NCP4390 Controller for LLC Resonant Converters
Advanced secondary side LLC resonant converter controller with synchronous rectification control.
onsemi NCP51561 5kVRMS Isolated Dual-Channel Gate Drivers
Isolated dual-channel gate drivers offering 4.5A/9A source and sink peak current respectively.
Gimbal
onsemi AR2020 Hyperlux™ LP 20 MP Image Sensors
1/1.8" back-side illuminated stacked CMOS digital image sensors with 5120 x 3840 active-pixel array.
onsemi N24Cx I2C Serial EEPROMs
These devices support Standard (100kHz), Fast (400kHz), and Fast-Plus (1MHz) I2C protocols.
onsemi NCP114 300mA CMOS Low Dropout Regulators
LDO that provides a stable, accurate voltage with low noise ideal for noise sensitive applications.
onsemi Mga NCP189 Low Noise LDO Linear Regulator
500mA LDO Regulators with next-generation high PSRR and Power Good open collector output.
onsemi NCS32100 Inductive Position Sensor
Full-featured controller and sensor interface for high-resolution and high-accuracy angular sensing.
Lighting
onsemi Solutions for Automotive IVN & Lighting
Cost-effective IVN and lighting solutions, offering low power consumption and high reliability.
onsemi NCV78514 1-Channel Automotive LED Drivers
Designed for MCU-less applications, integrating input voltage and LED string temperature derating.
Power Distribution
onsemi FAN6500xx Switching Controllers
High-performance 65V, 6A,8A, and 10A voltage mode synchronous PWM buck regulators.
onsemi NCP3133A 3A Integrated Synchronous Buck Converter
Fully integrated synchronous buck converter for 3.3V and 5V step−down applications.
onsemi NIS3071/NIV3071 4-Channel eFuses
8V-60V, 10A eFuses (2.5A per channel) incorporating 4x independent channels in a 5mm x 6mm package.
Propeller Motor Drive
onsemi AR2020 Hyperlux™ LP 20 MP Image Sensors
1/1.8" back-side illuminated stacked CMOS digital image sensors with 5120 x 3840 active-pixel array.
onsemi FAN8811T High Side and Low Side Gate Driver IC
Gate-drive IC designed for high-voltage, high-speed, driving MOSFETs operating up to 100V.
onsemi NCD83591 Motor Drivers
Easy-to-use, multi-purpose 3-phase gate drivers optimized for low BOM cost.
onsemi NCP51513 High & Low Side Drivers
130V half-bridge drivers with high drive current capabilities and options for DC-DC power supplies.
onsemi NCS32100 Inductive Position Sensor
Full-featured controller and sensor interface for high-resolution and high-accuracy angular sensing.
onsemi NCS70x1/NCV70x1 Current Sense Amplifiers
High voltage/resolution current sense amplifiers with gain options of 14V, 20V, 50V, and 100V.
onsemi NIS3071/NIV3071 4-Channel eFuses
8V-60V, 10A eFuses (2.5A per channel) incorporating 4x independent channels in a 5mm x 6mm package.
onsemi NTBLS0D8N08X 80V Single N-Channel MOSFET
Has a low Qrr and a softer recovery body diode to ensure efficient energy management.
Visual Navigation System (VNS)
onsemi Mainstream CMOS Image Sensors
Provides a wide range of performance, size, power, and resolution options for emerging applications.
onsemi N24Cx I2C Serial EEPROMs
These devices support Standard (100kHz), Fast (400kHz), and Fast-Plus (1MHz) I2C protocols.
onsemi NCP114 300mA CMOS Low Dropout Regulators
LDO that provides a stable, accurate voltage with low noise ideal for noise sensitive applications.
onsemi Mga NCP189 Low Noise LDO Linear Regulator
500mA LDO Regulators with next-generation high PSRR and Power Good open collector output.
onsemi NCV75215 Ultrasonic Measurement ASSP
Provides precise obstacle distance measurements to enhance vehicle parking assistance systems.
Wired Communication
onsemi NCN26000 Ethernet 10BASE-T1S Transceivers
An IEEE 802.3cg compliant Ethernet Transceiver (PHY) developed for industrial multi-drop Ethernet.
onsemi NCN26010 Industrial Ethernet Transceiver
10Mb/s, IEEE 802.3cg compliant device including a MAC, a PLCA RS, and a 10BASE-T1S PHY.