Ultra-rugged sub-8kg drone with rapid deployment, modular payloads, and tethered flight, designed for multi-mission operations in extreme environments.

# Evolve Dynamics Sky Mantis 2 – Multi-Mission Tactical Drone

The Sky Mantis 2 by Evolve Dynamics is a sub-8kg ultra-rugged Uncrewed Aerial System (UAS) engineered for rapid deployment and versatile operations in challenging environments. Building upon user feedback and extensive R&D, it delivers enhanced resilience, endurance, and adaptability for defense and emergency response missions.

Key Features and Advantages

1. Rapid Deployment

Designed for quick readiness, the Sky Mantis 2 can be deployed in under 90 seconds from a compact backpack, enabling swift responses in dynamic situations.

2. Extreme Weather Operability

With an IP55 rating, the Sky Mantis 2 is weather-sealed against rain, dust, and salt, and operates in temperatures ranging from -30°C to +55°C, ensuring reliability in diverse conditions.

3. Enhanced Communication Resilience

Integrated with Doodle Labs Helix Mesh Rider Radio, the Sky Mantis 2 offers frequency hopping and 256-bit AES encryption, providing secure and robust communication even in contested environments.

4. Extended Endurance and Tethered Flight

Achieving up to 1 hour of untethered flight with fast-swappable batteries, the Sky Mantis 2 supports tethered operations for continuous power, ideal for persistent surveillance and overwatch.

5. Versatile Payload Integration

The Sky Mantis 2 supports a wide range of modular payloads, including thermal imaging, LiDAR, and signals intelligence sensors, adaptable to various mission requirements.

6. Payload Flexibility and Modular Design

The drone's modular design allows for quick swapping of payloads, such as 30x optical zoom EO cameras, thermal imaging systems, and LiDAR sensors, catering to diverse operational needs.