DJI, a global developer and manufacturer of aerial and aerial-related tech, has released the Manifold, an embedded computer specifically designed to take to the skies via drone as one of the top multi-purpose motherboards around.

Specifically compatible with DJI drones and marketed specifically for "aerial platform developers," the Linux computer touts SDK-based software that can collect and parse data while in the air, which can be incredibly valuable for users who need results in a crunch. To allow for this prerogative, the computer has the capability of being connected to a litany of aiding devices, like surveillance equipment and infrared and 3D cameras — all of which point to the computer's primary application: optimized, surveillance-oriented use.

The Manifold's specs include a quad-core ARM Cortex A-15 processor, the ability to support Ubuntu OS, CUDA, OpenCV and ROS software, as well as an Nvidia Kepler-based GPU, which allows for simultaneous image-gathering and data analysis. The computer also features HDMI, USB and Ethernet ports, which make connecting to external devices a stress-free process.

In a press release issued by the company on Nov. 2, DJI director of Strategic Partnerships Michael Perry was confident in the Manifold's supremacy.

"With the Manifold, we are entering a new era of smarter, faster and more powerful aerial platforms. Manifold opens up for aerial and ground technology to intelligently work together to solve complex problems," he said. "We are excited to see what applications our developer community will come up with for this new platform." 

Check out one of DJI's drones in action in the video below. 

Via: PR Newswire