General
The ARK Jetson Pixhawk Autopilot Bus (PAB) Carrier integrates the Pixhawk Autopilot Bus open source specification with the NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX/Nano Carrier Board. It supports any PAB flight controller, including the ARKV6X, and offers a range of advanced connectivity options.
The ARK PAB Carrier features Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45), quadruple MIPI CSI camera inputs (4x – 15 Pin Raspberry Pi Cam FFC), and triple USB 3.0 + USB 2.0 host ports. It also includes additional connectivity options like USB programming port, M.2 slots, Mini DisplayPort, and multiple CAN, SPI, I2C, I2S, and telemetry ports.
Designed for flexibility and compliance, the ARK PAB Carrier meets NDAA and FCC standards. Its compact dimensions of 116mm x 72mm x 23mm (excluding Jetson and flight controller modules) make it an efficient choice for UAV applications where space and weight are critical.
Ideal for advanced autonomous flight systems and UAV integration, the ARK Jetson PAB Carrier offers the reliability and modularity needed for successful operations.
Technical Features:
- Pixhawk Autopilot Bus (PAB) Form Factor: Designed for compatibility with various PAB flight controllers, including the ARKV6X.
- Jetson Orin NX/Nano Form Factor
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Jetson Orin NX/Nano Connectors:
- Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45)
- Quadruple MIPI CSI Camera Inputs (4x – 15 Pin Raspberry Pi Cam FFC)
- Triple USB 3.0 + USB 2.0 Host Ports (3x – USB A, 1.5A Current Limit)
- USB 2.0 Host Port (USB A, 1.0A Current Limit)
- USB Programming Port (Micro USB)
- M.2 Key M 2242 (PCIEx4)
- M.2 Key E 2230 (PCIEx2, USB, UART, I2S)
- Mini DisplayPort (See docs for recommended HDMI adapter)
- CAN Port (4 Pin JST-GH)
- Dual SPI Ports (7 Pin JST-GH)
- I2C Port (4 Pin JST-GH)
- I2S Port (7 Pin JST-GH)
- Debug UART Port (6 Pin JST-SH)
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Autopilot Connectors:
- PAB Board to Board Interface (100 Pin Hirose DF40, 50 Pin Hirose DF40)
- Triple Redundant Digital Power Module Inputs (5V 6A Max Per Connector, I2C Power Monitor Support, 3x – 6 Pin Molex CLIK-Mate)
- Full GPS Plus Safety Switch Port (10 Pin JST-GH)
- Dual CAN Ports (2x – 4 Pin JST-GH)
- Triple Telemetry Ports with Flow Control (3x – 6 Pin JST-GH)
- Eight PWM Outputs (10 Pin JST-GH)
- UART/I2C Port (6 Pin JST-GH)
- RC Port (5 Pin JST-GH)
- SPI Port (11 Pin JST-GH)
- Debug Port (10 Pin JST-SH)
- NDAA compliant
- Power Requirements: 5V, 4A Minimum (Depends on Usage and Peripherals)
- Dimensions (Without Jetson and Flight Controller Module): 116mm x 72mm x 23mm
- Operating Temperature Range: -20°C to 70°C
Requirements:
- Requires a NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano or Jetson Orin NX. Jetson Nano and Jetson Xavier NX are partially compatible.
- Will function as a Jetson Carrier without the flight controller.
- Requires a Pixhawk Autopilot Bus compliant flight controller such as the ARKV6X.
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