Durabook , the global rugged mobile solutions brand owned by Twinhead International Corporation, today announced the launch of its fully rugged GC-R8 ground control station GCS for unmanned aerial vehicles UAV operations. With flexibility and durability at its core, Durabook developed the GC-R8 to highlight the R8s suitability for unmanned systems and mission control while simultaneously meeting customers growing demand for rugged tablet-based designs. As Durabooks first in-house ground control station, the GC-R8 delivers unrivalled durability and flexibility built on the powerful 8-inch R8 rugged tablet. Alongside this launch, Durabook is actively collaborating with partners to develop additional GCS solutions based on the R8 tablet at their core.
Durabook devices are designed to meet the demanding needs of workers who rely on flexible rugged technology that can improve productivity in even the harshest environments, said Twinhead CEO Fred Kao . The GC-R8 launch underpins our commitment to providing our customers across various sectors with the cutting-edge tech they need to stay connected and in control.
A New Benchmark in Rugged UAV Control Designed to meet the growing demand for a next-generation controller, and with the fully rugged R8 at its core, the GC-R8 is engineered to withstand the harshest environments while offering unrivalled flexibility and durability. A key differentiator of the GC-R8 is its unique breadth of customisation capabilities, as it enables real-time precision control with up to 36 customizable I/O channels, supporting joysticks, D-pads, toggle switches, thumb wheels, and diverse buttons. Certified with MIL-STD-810H and IP66 resistance, the controller is designed with fanless Coolfinity technology and an operating temperature range of -20C -4F to 60C 140F, making it mission-ready for any environment.