Sightline Intelligence develops real-time video processing software and hardware for onboard processing within unmanned systems in the civil, commercial and military sectors.
Our high-performance compact video processing systems are ideal for integration into unmanned vehicles serving a wide variety of end uses, including Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (ISR), environmental surveying, infrastructure inspection, and agricultural mapping.
Onboard video processing brings a wide range of benefits to airborne unmanned vehicles, such as low latency feedback for gimbal control and landing guidance, a full digital video path, and low requirements for Size, Weight and Power (SWaP).
Video Processing Software
UAV video processing software for real-time video enhancement, tracking and optimization
Our Video Processing Software provides a powerful foundation for all of our processor systems, and includes a constantly expanding suite of functions that improve the performance of unmanned video platforms. Below is an overview of the capabilities available.
Scene & Object Tracking Software
Scene tracking provides powerful gimbal feedback based on the entire scene. Tracked objects can be isolated from background using advanced image analysis and motion estimation, and persistent tracking is possible even when view of tracked object is temporarily blocked.
Detection Algorithm
Multiple detection modes provide important situational awareness information and provide fast feedback essential for effective track initialization on moving objects.
Aided Target Recognition – AiTR
Sightline Intelligence delivers trusted AI-enabled detection, classification, and tracking capabilities tailored for real-world operations. Our AiTR technology is field-proven across air, ground, and maritime domains—designed to reduce cognitive load, accelerate decision-making, and deliver actionable intelligence in contested and degraded environments.
Telemetry Data Software
Provides low latency location data from object tracking, scene steering, and MTI objects, as well as temperature data from radiometric cameras and focus telemetry for autofocus implementations.
Video Encoding and KLV Metadata
Available Ethernet video encoding outputs for reducing system bandwidth include MPEG2 TS, MPEG4 and RTP M-JPEG. KLV metadata is generated in accordance with MISB standards 0102.10, 0601.7, 0603.2, 0604.3, and 0903.3.
Video Enhancement
Enhancement options to optimize video for particular applications include Digital Zoom, Contrast Limited Adaptive Histogram Equalization (CLAHE), Local Area Processing (LAP), de-noising and edge sharpening, false colour schemes, and extended 14 bit-depth processing.
Video Stabilization
Dramatically improves video by removing high-frequency noise and frame-to-frame jitter. Also provides ability to correct camera frame-to-frame rotation in applications with platform roll motion, such as unmanned aircraft.
Video/Snapshot Recording
H.264 video, full resolution JPEG snapshots with EXIF data, full pixel depth PNG snapshots with metadata, and telemetry data can all be recorded and saved to a local SD card or remote FTP.
Multi Camera Video Presentation
Highly versatile options for optimized presentation, transmission and display of multiple video streams. Includes Picture in Picture (with customizable PiP location), split screen, quad screen, and blending of multi-spectral inputs into a single image.
Focus Telemetry
Full autofocus functionality for a range of EO block cameras and lens assemblies, available independent of tracking telemetry.
HD Video Processing Software
Provides a range of HD video capabilities, including 1080p/30 and 720p/30 processing and encoding.
Video Processing Boards
Embedded onboard video processors for camera systems on drones, UAV and UVG
Our flexible and configurable embedded video processing boards provide powerful edge processing for real-time application in unmanned systems. Operating at the source, Sightline processors deliver low-latency performance and exceptional video quality.
Our latest generation ARM processors are Sightline’s newest and most powerful hardware options. They provide higher performance, lower power, and enhanced user integration options.
1710-OEM Ultra-Compact Embedded Video Processor
The 1710-OEM is the smallest and most power-efficient video processor from Sightline, developed for SWaP-constrained ISR platforms where every gram and watt are critical. Delivering robust onboard processing, the 1710-OEM extends mission endurance without compromising ISR capabilities.
Designed for loitering munitions, small UAVs, and compact ISR payloads, the 1710-OEM enables real-time video analytics, AI classification, and multi-object tracking in a highly compact and lightweight form.
When paired with Sightline’s software release 3.9.2, the 1710-OEM brings advanced edge-AI capabilities to the tactical edge, supporting object detection, classification, and precision tracking for mission-critical applications.
Features:
- Ultra-Compact: 15 g and 3 W power consumption.
- High-Resolution Input: 1080p via MIPI; dual-stream (720p30 / 480p30) supported.
- Flexible Input Options: 2x MIPI, 1x USB 3.0, with adapters for analog and digital feeds.
- Versatile Outputs: H.264/H.265 IP video, HDMI, HDSDI, and Camera Link supported.
- Edge Analytics: Onboard AI classification and tracking for up to 20 objects.
- Latest Software: Runs Sightline 3.9.2 for advanced metadata, overlays, and smart acquisition.
More Information: 1710-OEM Video Processing Board
1750-OEM Embedded Video Processor
The 1750-OEM is for the smallest optronics solutions for advanced video processing onboard unmanned camera systems. Meeting the requirement for single channel processing and small size, the 1750-OEM adds advanced capabilities to the smallest camera systems.
Designed specifically for the smallest camera systems that require advanced surveillance functionality and AI Classification, the 1750-OEM offers enhanced features and performance in a compact form.
Starting with Sightline’s software release 3.6.4, the 1750-OEM runs all the same video processing software as Sightline’s other OEM options and will deliver essential functionality for a wide range of ISR applications.
Features:
- Size Optimized. 33.3 x 45 mm (22% smaller than 4000).
- Low Power. 4W, with real sleep mode.
- Single channel processor. 1080p/30 with all analytics running.
- Three digital video inputs. With switching to processing path.
- Wide set of cameras supported. Shares input adaptors with 4000-OEM.
- OEM and SOM integration options available.
More Information: 1750-OEM Processing Board
4100-OEM Embedded Multi-Channel Video Processing Board
The 4100-OEM is our most advanced video processing board, delivering Full HD performance and H.265 encoding capabilities in a compact design. The 4100-OEM offers an extensive array of functions for video processing applications. Compact design is tailored for integrators seeking an advanced system.
The dual-channel board provides multiple digital inputs and simultaneous two channel processing and streaming. It is ideal for high-performance UAV and UGV ISR applications.
Features:
- Multiple Digital Video Inputs: Supports HD input across multiple camera interfaces.
- Multiple Video Outputs: Features include Ethernet streaming H.264 / H.265 and HDMI and HDSDI outputs.
- Dual Channel Processing: Offers a 4K/30 processing option with all software functionality running.
- Powerful Processing Core: Bulit on the robust Qualcomm processor, the 4100-OEM ensures top-of-the line processing capability.
- Low SWAP: The unit measures just 50.5mm x 38.1mm x 16.5mm (2.0in x 1.5in x 0.65in) and consumes 5W, making it ideal for systems where space and power are at a premium.
- Temperature Range: Operates at extreme low and high temperatures with a range of -40ºC through +85º
More Information: 4100-OEM Embedded Video Processor Board
Software-Only Integration
Sightline Intelligence’s software can run on a variety of third-party processors and supports ARM libraries for NVIDIA®, Qualcomm®, and NXP® platforms. We provide models optimized for these GPUs, enabling customers to unlock powerful capabilities based on available compute resources.
Your system’s performance will depend on:
- The onboard processor’s available compute power
- The other tasks your processor is managing
- Access to metadata for tracking, detection, or analytics
- Direct connection between optics and the processor
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