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MicroPilot Releases New Product:
XTENDER^mp Software Developer’s Kit

February 24, 2004

MicroPilot’s latest product release is the XTENDER^mpSoftware Developer’s Kit. The XTENDER^mpgives the systems integrator the ability to fully customize the MP2028g autopilot and the HORIZONmp ground control software to match their end user’s requirements. Using the XTENDER^mpit is possible to implement alternate control laws, collect and display data from custom sensors, and control specialized payloads such as pan and tilt cameras.

Key Features of XTENDER^mp

• Ability to customize control laws for enhanced control of your airframe
• Allows you to use custom software that communicates to the MP2028g autopilot through the HORIZONmp ground control software
• Ability to write your own custom ground control software
• Extends the HORIZONmp to accept third party software (e.g. vision software) that can access autopilot data
• Extends the autopilot to control custom payloads and collect data from custom sensors
• Dramatically reduces risk and increases productivity as the autopilot 6DOF simulator allows you to test your code on the bench
• Allows for complete access to the autopilot state for enhanced control

The XTENDER^mp takes the MicroPilot brand of autopilots to a whole new level. This powerful program is the key to differentiating your product from the competition. The XTENDER^mp taps into the power of MicroPilot’s MP2028g, "the world’s smallest autopilot”, and expands it to fill the gap between standard autopilot functionality and your specific requirements.

Price
The XTENDER^mpis priced at $5000 (US).

For more information email info@micropilot.com or contact MicroPilot directly at +1 204 344 5558.