Геоскан представил «Пионер Мини 2» — первый российский образовательный дрон с бортовым ИИ для школ и вузов

Geoscan has presented the "Pioneer Mini 2" — the first Russian development with full-fledged onboard artificial intelligence. This compact aircraft, weighing less than 150 grams, is equipped with a powerful 8-core processor and a neural accelerator, allowing it to process computer vision data directly on board.

UAV "Pioneer Mini 2"
Image source GC "Geoscan"

To work with drones, a modern specialist needs not only to know basic piloting skills but also to master new technologies such as AI. We propose starting from the school desk and have created a simple tool for this.

Mikhail Lutsky, Head of Educational Projects Department at GC "Geoscan"

Technological advantages:

Autonomous capabilities:Real-time recognition of visual markers, gestures, and objectsLocal data processing without the need to connect to external serversSupport for 5 different navigation systems for operation in any conditions
Software ecosystem:Dual development environment: from simple block programming in Jump 2 to complex algorithms in PioneerCodeOpen platform based on Linux for in-depth study of neural network principlesSupport for dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4/5 GHz) for a stable connection

Flight platform:

4 brushless motors with individual control
Maximum speed of 20 km/h
Flight time up to 11 minutes
Two universal mounts for payload

Vision system:

13-megapixel camera with 2K@30fps recording
Single-axis servo suspension with a range of -90°...+30°
Optical navigation system for operation without GPS

The drone runs on Linux with open source code, allowing students to study not only piloting but also the principles of neural networks. Dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4/5 GHz) provides a stable connection even in the presence of interference — critical for swarm flights.

The "Pioneer Mini 2" will be available to schools and universities in Q3 2025. It can be used in projects from drone shows to 3D labyrinths, and the modular system expands the possibilities for experiments. The modular architecture and open platform make this drone a versatile tool for educational institutions - from schools to technical universities.