The Elios 3 is a Drone developed by Flyability (Switzerland), launched 2022, listed at $50,000 USD (unverified). Key specifications: airframe indoor inspection drone, flight time 0.2 h, top speed 3 m/s, ip rating IP44.
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Overview
Elios 3 is a mapping and inspection indoor drone offering an unmatched combination of intelligence, versatility and stability. It is powered by FlyAware™ SLAM engine combining computer vision and LiDAR technology for real-time 3D mapping and centimeter-accurate indoor GPS. The drone features collision-resilient rugged design with IP-44 rating, SLAM-based stabilization for stone-still stability, modular payload bay for future-proof applications, and Return-To-Signal safety feature. It is designed for internal inspection and mapping in industrial settings.
Buyer decision signals
Viability
Series C announced
Specifications
Category: Drone- Airframe
- indoor inspection drone
- Flight time
- 0.2 h
- Top speed
- 3 m/s
- IP rating
- IP44
- Pricing model
- purchase
- Price tier
- 40-80K
Company profile
- Funding raised
- $174.7M
- Founded
- 2014
Detailed specifications
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- Company Country
- CH
- Navigation Type
- lidar_slam,vision
- Youtube Video Id
- pCCU6poszk8
- Compatible Vision
- GeoSLAM software
- Training Required
- basic_<1day
- Additional Information
- Notable customer deployments: sewer surveys (4x faster), confined space inspections.,Unique capabilities: First indoor drone built for mapping and inspections; collision-resilient cage design; can fly upside-down.,Partnerships: GeoSLAM software integration for survey-grade 3D models.,Software ecosystem: Cockpit App for pilot control, Inspector 4.0 for data processing and reporting.,Competitive differentiators: SLAM-based stabilisation for rock-solid hover; return-to-signal auto navigation; modular payload bay with two ports.,Known limitations: 12 min flight time (without payload) relatively short; no payload capacity stated for add-on gear beyond LiDAR and sensors.,Financing options: Contact seller for quote.
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Company milestones
- Dec 2020FundingSeries C announced
- Nov 2018FundingSeries B announced
- Apr 2015FundingVenture round announced
- 2023AwardElios 3 RAD wins Safety Innovation Award
- 2019AwardEY Entrepreneur of the Year nomination
- 2014MilestoneFounded
- —MilestoneElios series
- —DeploymentElios 3 firefighting use
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the Elios 3?
- The Elios 3 is developed by Flyability, based in Switzerland.
- What type of robot is the Elios 3?
- The Elios 3 is a Drone made by Flyability.
- How much does the Elios 3 cost?
- The Elios 3 is listed at $50,000 USD in the Robolist catalogue, but this figure is unverified and not confirmed by Flyability — contact them for a quote.
- When was the Elios 3 launched?
- The Elios 3 was launched in 2022.
- What are the key specifications of the Elios 3?
- Key specifications of the Elios 3: airframe indoor inspection drone, flight time 0.2 h, top speed 3 m/s, ip rating IP44, pricing model purchase.
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