Makerfire Adopts UTMSYS USX51 AI Flight Controller for Industrial Drones

Apr 13, 2026
Makerfire has adopted UTMSYS’s USX51 AI Computing Flight Controller to enhance industrial drone operations with autonomous decision-making and improved efficiency across sectors like surveying, inspection, and security.

Makerfire has adopted the UTMSYS USX51 AI Computing Flight Controller for its industrial drone systems, announced in a press release. The integrated controller is built for industrial use, combining advanced flight control algorithms, 10 TOPS edge AI computing, and a safety-adaptive design.

The USX51 merges the Pixhawk 6X flight control system with an onboard AI module supporting visual recognition and multi-target tracking. It is compatible with AI models like YOLO, MobileNet, and UNet. The system operates reliably in environments with electromagnetic interference and complex terrain.

The controller’s dual open-source architecture, based on Ubuntu 22.04 and ROS2 Humble, supports PX4 and ArduPilot firmware. It integrates with LiDAR and video transmission systems, reducing development costs and time for enterprises. The technology targets industrial inspection, surveying, security monitoring, and power line inspection applications.

Makerfire, which holds over 140 industrial-grade patents and operates in more than 600 cities, said the adoption aims to expand low-altitude operational efficiency for global enterprise customers.

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