Autel Robotics :: Civil UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles)

Autel Robotics is a prominent Chinese drone manufacturer founded in 2014 and headquartered in Shenzhen, often referred to as the “Drone Capital of China.” The company specializes in the research, development, manufacturing, and sales of civil UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles). Autel has rapidly grown into a major global player in the professional and enterprise drone market, competing directly with industry leaders like DJI. It is known for its strong vertical integration, owning core technologies across flight control, gimbal stabilization, imaging systems, communication, and autonomous flight. The company has accumulated over 1,800 authorized patents and continues to invest heavily in R&D.

Autel Robotics develops both consumer/prosumer and enterprise-grade drones, with a strong emphasis on enterprise and industrial applications such as public safety, inspection, surveying & mapping, energy, and security. Its products stand out for advanced obstacle avoidance, long transmission range, high-quality imaging (including thermal), and robust autonomous capabilities.

Key Robot-Based Products:

• EVO Max Series (including EVO Max 4T and 4N): Flagship enterprise drones featuring A-Mesh networking, 720° obstacle avoidance, long flight times (up to 42 minutes), and advanced thermal/RGB imaging. These are designed for mission-critical operations with strong anti-interference capabilities.
• Autel Alpha: A high-performance enterprise drone with superior anti-interference, IP55 rating, powerful zoom capabilities (4K 35x optical and dual thermal zoom), ideal for complex inspection and security missions.
• EVO II Enterprise V3 Series (including Dual 640T and RTK variants): Highly popular modular platforms offering RTK positioning, ADS-B receivers, long transmission range (up to 15 km), and excellent imaging systems. Widely used in mapping, inspection, and public safety.
• Dragonfish Series: Tilt-rotor hybrid eVTOL drones offering exceptionally long endurance (up to 179 minutes) and extended transmission range, making them suitable for large-scale surveying and long-duration missions.
• EVO Lite Enterprise Series: Lightweight, portable enterprise solutions with strong imaging (6K resolution and thermal) and good flight performance for various professional uses.

Autel also offers supporting ecosystem products such as EVO Nest (automated drone-in-a-box systems), smart controllers, and specialized software for industry applications. The company continues to expand its presence in enterprise, government, and industrial markets globally.