WAVA D64TR: A Dual-Sensor Drone Gimbal for Industrial Inspection
Industrial UAV operators often need both a detailed visual view and a thermal view of the same scene. A visible camera can document structures, equipment and site conditions, while a thermal camera can reveal heat patterns that may require further investigation. Combining both sensors in one payload can simplify aircraft integration and reduce the need to switch between separate systems.
The WAVA D64TR dual-sensor drone gimbal combines a 64MP RGB camera and a FLIR Boson+ 640×512 thermal camera in a compact aluminum housing. It is designed for industrial multirotors, inspection platforms, emergency-response aircraft and other UAV systems that require stabilized visible and thermal imaging.
The RGB channel provides a 67° horizontal field of view and supports 64MP still images, 16MP still images and 4K video. The thermal channel provides a 32° horizontal field of view and 640×512 video at up to 60fps. Both channels can be used through side-by-side, picture-by-picture, superimpose and mix display modes.
The D64TR is best positioned as an EO/IR payload for system integration, not as a universal plug-and-play replacement for every aircraft. Final suitability depends on payload weight, available voltage, mounting geometry, vibration isolation, control protocol, video path, thermal workflow and mission requirements.
Integration note: Camera resolution and thermal resolution do not by themselves guarantee a particular identification distance, temperature accuracy, mapping accuracy or inspection result. Validate the complete payload and aircraft configuration before operational deployment.
RGB and Thermal Imaging in One Payload
64MP RGB Camera for Detailed Visual Documentation
The D64TR’s visible camera uses a specified 64MP sensor with a 1/2-inch format. It provides a 67° horizontal field of view and an F2.3 aperture. The camera supports 64MP images at 9248×6944 and 16MP images at 4624×3472, with JPEG and DNG output.
The wide-angle RGB channel can support scene documentation, visual inspection, asset recording and general situational awareness. It also supports 4K video at 3840×2160 and FHD video at 1920×1080, both at 60 or 30 frames per second according to the supplied specification.
Digital crop modes are listed as 924×694 in 64MP mode and 462×247 in 16MP mode. These values should be clarified in the final datasheet so that customers understand whether they describe a crop output, a digital-zoom ratio or another image-processing function. Digital crop does not provide the same optical detail as a longer focal-length lens.
FLIR Boson+ 640×512 Thermal Camera
The thermal channel uses a specified FLIR Boson+ 640×512 sensor, a 32° horizontal field of view and an F1.0 aperture. It supports 640×512 thermal video at 60fps and RJPEG image output.
The D64TR offers several ways to view visible and thermal information: side-by-side, picture-by-picture, superimpose and mix. Its listed thermal color modes include White Hot, Black Hot, Rainbow, RainHC, Ironbow, Lava, Arctic, Glowbow, Graded Fire and Hottest.
These modes can help operators interpret thermal contrast in different operational contexts. However, the supplied specification does not explicitly confirm radiometric temperature measurement, calibrated temperature accuracy, thermal sensitivity, lens temperature range or a specific detection distance. Those capabilities should be confirmed with the final hardware configuration and technical documentation before making quantitative thermal-inspection claims.
D64TR Technical Specifications
Hardware and Gimbal System
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Specification
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D64TR value
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Dimensions
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W101 × H110 × D90.64 mm
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Approximate dimensions in inches
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4.0 × 4.3 × 3.6 in
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Weight
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262 g; supplied specification also lists 9.2 oz, confirm final production weight
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Housing material
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Aluminum
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Input voltage
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12 V; confirm allowable tolerance and connector pinout
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Stabilization
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3-axis
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Stated stabilization precision
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±0.02°
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Pan/Yaw movement
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±90°
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Tilt movement
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–90° to +10°
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Roll movement
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±45°
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Stated wind resistance
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Level 6, maximum 14m/s
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RGB Camera
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Specification
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RGB value
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Resolution
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64MP
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Sensor format
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1/2-inch sensor
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Horizontal FOV
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67° HFOV
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Aperture
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F2.3
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Image sizes
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9248×6944 at 64MP; 4624×3472 at 16MP
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Digital crop reference
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924×694 in 64MP mode; 462×247 in 16MP mode
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Image formats
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JPEG, DNG
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Video
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4K 3840×2160 at 60/30fps; FHD 1920×1080 at 60/30fps
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Thermal Camera
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Specification
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Thermal value
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Sensor
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FLIR Boson+ 640×512
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Horizontal FOV
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32° HFOV
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Aperture
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F1.0
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Image size
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640×512
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Thermal video
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640×512 at 60fps
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Image format
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RJPEG
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Display modes
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Side-by-side, picture-by-picture, superimpose, mix
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Color modes
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White Hot, Black Hot, Rainbow, RainHC, Ironbow, Lava, Arctic, Glowbow, Graded Fire, Hottest
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Processing, Video and Interfaces
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Specification
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D64TR value
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AI processing
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AI Engine, 15 Tera Operations stated
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Video format
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MP4 with H.264/H.265 encoding
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Live video stream
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H.264, 1920×1080 at 30fps
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Interfaces
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CAN, UART, SBUS, PPM, Ethernet 10/100Mbps, USB 3.0, HDMI
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SD card support
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exFAT, 64GB or larger, V30, 100MB/s stated
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Operating temperature
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–10°C to +50°C
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Stated certification / rating
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FCC, IP44
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Recommended Applications for the D64TR
Power and Utility Inspection
Utility operators may need to document towers, substations, lines, rooftops and electrical equipment from a safe standoff distance. The RGB channel can provide visual context, while thermal imagery can help identify heat patterns that require engineering review.
The D64TR should be tested at the intended altitude, flight speed, lighting condition and target size. If an inspection depends on a measured temperature value, confirm radiometric capability, calibration and the required reporting workflow before deployment.
Industrial Facility and Equipment Monitoring
Factories, energy facilities and processing sites may use visible and thermal data to support equipment checks, maintenance planning and site documentation. The D64TR’s dual-sensor design allows operators to compare visual and thermal information without installing a separate visible-light and thermal payload.
The final workflow should define image naming, sensor alignment, data storage, anomaly review, operator training and maintenance escalation. A thermal image can indicate a temperature pattern, but diagnosis should follow the customer’s approved inspection procedure.
Construction and Infrastructure Documentation
The 64MP RGB camera can support high-resolution visual records of buildings, bridges, roads, towers and construction sites. Thermal imagery may add context for selected building-envelope, equipment or moisture-related workflows, subject to the required calibration and environmental conditions.
The D64TR should not be described as a survey-grade mapping payload unless the complete aircraft, camera calibration, georeferencing, flight planning and accuracy requirements have been validated.
Emergency Response and Public Safety
A stabilized visible and thermal payload can support situational awareness during search, assessment and response operations. Visible imagery can provide scene details, while thermal imagery may help operators identify heat contrast in low-light or difficult-to-access environments.
Public-safety deployments should include documented procedures for data privacy, access control, retention, operator authorization and safe operation around people and property.
OEM and Fleet Programs
For OEM and fleet customers, the D64TR should be evaluated as a payload subsystem. The customer should confirm aircraft payload capacity, available 12V power, mounting interface, video latency, control protocol, storage requirements, sensor alignment and software integration.
Before production release, document the approved configuration, cable and connector specification, gimbal calibration, inspection criteria, firmware version, batch traceability and replacement procedure.
Integration with an Industrial UAV
The D64TR has stated dimensions of W101 × H110 × D90.64mm and a weight of approximately 262g. The aircraft must support the payload mass, center-of-gravity change, 12V power input, vibration load and gimbal movement range.
The integration review should include the following checks:
• Confirm the final production weight, cable weight, mounting hardware and accessories.
• Verify the aircraft’s regulated 12V power output and allowable voltage tolerance.
• Confirm the mounting plate, bolt pattern, vibration isolation and center of gravity.
• Check pan, tilt and roll clearance around the airframe, landing gear and other payloads.
• Confirm the connector pinout and protocol mapping for CAN, UART, SBUS, PPM, Ethernet, USB 3.0 and HDMI.
• Define the live-video path, recording path, control path and telemetry path.
• Confirm SD-card capacity, write speed, endurance and recording duration.
• Verify the relationship between RGB and thermal fields of view at the intended working distance.
• Confirm thermal image metadata, RJPEG workflow and any required temperature calibration.
• Test visible and thermal alignment during hover, forward flight and gimbal movement.
• Review the meaning and test basis of the stated IP44 rating.
• Confirm FCC documentation and any additional destination-market requirements.
Stabilization, Wind and Image Quality
The D64TR is specified with 3-axis stabilization and stated precision of ±0.02°. Actual image stability depends on aircraft vibration, mounting isolation, gimbal tuning, flight speed, wind, payload balance and the camera exposure settings.
The stated Level 6 wind-resistance figure and maximum 14m/s should be linked to the final test method and configuration. Operators should evaluate image quality and sensor alignment at the wind speeds expected in the mission rather than relying on a single headline value.
The D64TR’s RGB and thermal channels have different fields of view: 67° for RGB and 32° for thermal. This difference should be reflected in the operator interface and mission planning so that the two images are not assumed to show identical framing.
Pre-Deployment Confirmation Checklist
Before approving the D64TR for flight or production use, confirm the following information:
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Area
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Confirmation required
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Aircraft
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Payload capacity, available power, mounting geometry and center of gravity
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Power
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Final 12V configuration, voltage tolerance, connector and current requirement
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Gimbal
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Movement limits, stabilization performance and vibration isolation
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RGB camera
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Sensor, FOV, focus, image modes, digital-crop definition and calibration
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Thermal camera
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Boson+ variant, radiometric capability, calibration, RJPEG metadata and lens data
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Alignment
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RGB/thermal boresight and framing relationship at mission distance
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Video
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H.264/H.265 path, latency, bitrate, live stream and recording behavior
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Interfaces
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Pinout, protocol, SDK/API, telemetry and control compatibility
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Storage
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Card type, capacity, write speed, file system and recording duration
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Environment
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–10°C to +50°C operating range and actual mission conditions
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Protection
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Meaning and test basis of the stated IP44 rating
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Compliance
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FCC documentation and destination-market requirements
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Data
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Image ownership, privacy, storage, access and retention policy
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FAQ:
- What sensors are included in the WAVA D64TR?
The D64TR includes a 64MP RGB camera and a FLIR Boson+ 640×512 thermal camera. It is designed as a dual-sensor EO/IR drone gimbal for industrial UAV integration.
- What is the RGB camera’s field of view?
The RGB camera is specified with a 67° horizontal field of view and an F2.3 aperture. Actual image coverage depends on altitude, camera orientation and the final optical configuration.
- What is the thermal camera resolution?
The thermal camera is specified at 640×512 with a 32° horizontal field of view and an F1.0 aperture. Confirm the final Boson+ configuration and thermal documentation before making performance or radiometric claims.
- Does the D64TR support 4K video?
Yes. The supplied specification lists 4K video at 3840×2160 at 60 or 30fps for the RGB channel. It also lists FHD video at 1920×1080 at 60 or 30fps. The thermal channel is specified for 640×512 video at 60fps.
- What is the stabilization precision of the D64TR?
The D64TR is specified with 3-axis stabilization and stated precision of ±0.02°. Final stability should be tested on the intended aircraft with its mounting, vibration isolation, flight speed and operating environment.
- What voltage does the D64TR require?
The supplied specification lists 12V. Confirm the allowable voltage tolerance, current requirement, connector and pinout before connecting it to an aircraft power system.
- Does the D64TR provide radiometric thermal measurements?
The supplied specification identifies the FLIR Boson+ sensor, RJPEG output and thermal display modes, but it does not explicitly confirm radiometric measurement capability or temperature accuracy. Confirm these capabilities in the final datasheet before using the product for quantitative thermal inspection.
- What interfaces does the D64TR support?
The listed interfaces are CAN, UART, SBUS, PPM, Ethernet 10/100Mbps, USB 3.0 and HDMI. Confirm the required protocol, SDK/API, pinout and software compatibility for the target UAV system.
- Is the D64TR suitable for mapping?
The D64TR may support visual documentation and selected inspection workflows. Mapping suitability depends on calibration, georeferencing, lens distortion, flight planning, image overlap and the required accuracy. Do not describe it as survey-grade without complete system validation.
- What is the operating temperature range?
The stated operating temperature is –10°C to +50°C. This is a payload specification and does not automatically define the safe operating range of the aircraft, battery, storage media or connected equipment.
- What is the weight of the D64TR?
The supplied specification lists 262g and also lists 9.2oz. Because these values are not identical after conversion, confirm the final production weight and whether cables, mounting hardware and accessories are included.
Request a D64TR Payload Integration Review
Planning an industrial UAV mission that needs both high-resolution RGB and thermal imaging? Share your aircraft model, payload capacity, available 12V power, mounting interface, target altitude, mission type and required data outputs. TopTorq can help determine whether the WAVA D64TR is appropriate for standard supply, configured integration or an OEM payload program.
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Technical disclaimer: This article is for product education and preliminary payload selection. The WAVA D64TR must be validated with the final aircraft, mount, power system, software, operating environment and mission workflow before flight or production deployment.
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