axl Carrier Board

axl Carrier Board

The axl Carrier Board is a professional-grade hardware interface engineered by axldrone to streamline power distribution, peripheral communication, and data management in cutting-edge autonomous vehicles. Designed to act as the perfect foundation for the Cube Orange (Pixhawk) autopilot ecosystem, this board replaces bulky, chaotic wiring bundles with a singular, optimized surface. It features a dedicated slot that mounts the Cube autopilot securely via robust interface pins. Whether you are developing complex industrial multirotors, long-endurance fixed-wing aircraft, autonomous VTOL platforms, or rugged unmanned ground rovers, the axl Carrier Board delivers enterprise-grade connectivity for critical subsystems. Its streamlined layout minimizes electronic noise, giving autonomous systems builders a clean and highly reliable foundation.

Dual Redundant Power and Advanced I/O Routing

Mission-critical aerial operations demand absolute electrical safety and fail-safe hardware architectures. Therefore, the axl Carrier Board integrates a dual-redundant power input system. This smart layout accepts two independent 5V power feeds simultaneously. If the primary power module encounters a sudden voltage drop or physical failure in mid-air, the board seamlessly transitions to the secondary backup supply line without interrupting the autopilot’s operations. Furthermore, the board is engineered with a comprehensive input/output architecture to handle heavy servo and motor configurations. It features 8 dedicated main PWM motor outputs (M1–M8) along with 6 auxiliary/servo outputs backed by a shared AUX rail that can be powered externally to prevent internal voltage sagging.

Key Features

• Premium 100% Made in India autopilot carrier board optimized for the Cube Orange ecosystem.

• Dual-redundant 5V power input ports guarantee uninterrupted flight controller operation.

• Implements 8 main PWM motor outputs (M1–M8) supporting multirotor and VTOL layouts.

• Features 6 auxiliary/servo outputs with an externally capable power rail.

• Comprehensive peripheral interfaces including dual GPS ports, CAN Bus, and I²C lines.

• Dedicated Single Board Computer (SBC) interface port for advanced companion computers.

• Dual high-speed UART/Serial ports for telemetry radios and payload communication.

• Native firmware support for ArduPilot and PX4 open-source autopilot software.

Companion Computer Integration and Connectivity

Modern autonomous drones frequently rely on edge computing to handle computer vision, AI mapping, obstacle detection, and real-time processing. The axl Carrier Board addresses this requirement by providing a dedicated SBC (Single Board Computer) interface port. This clean routing pathway lets builders connect companion computers, such as Raspberry Pi or NVIDIA Jetson modules, directly to the flight ecosystem without complex splice wiring. For long-range navigation, the board features dual isolated GPS ports (GPS1 and GPS2), enabling secondary GNSS sensor redundancy. Additionally, a built-in industry-standard CAN Bus port ensures ultra-reliable, high-speed communication with smart batteries, professional laser range finders, and modern digital ESCs.

Technical Reliability

Investing in authentic axldrone hardware ensures long-term operational success and type-certification readiness for your commercial fleet. This carrier board weighs a mere 21g, ensuring that its addition does not compromise your aircraft’s total payload or hover efficiency. Measuring a compact 8.0 cm by 5.0 cm, it tucks effortlessly into tight multirotor electronics stacks. It operates smoothly across extreme outdoor environments ranging from -10°C up to 80°C. Complete with a standard 2.54mm SBus input/output terminal and an onboard micro-USB port for rapid firmware flashing, it stands as a reliable cornerstone for professional unmanned systems developers.