Robotic Navigation System
Perception-ready compute, networking, and safety for autonomous mobility
The Hellbender Robotic Navigation System (RNS) Core is the integrated navigation brain for industrial and commercial robots. It combines an NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX (16GB) and Raspberry Pi CM4 on a single carrier with the power, networking, and safety infrastructure a production robot actually needs, so your team develops autonomy, not wiring harnesses. Add Hellbender cameras or your own sensors as your application demands. Key features include:
- ROS 2 compatibility and REST API for easy software integration
- NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX 16GB & Raspberry Pi CM4 for onboard compute and AI acceleration
- 12-port switch: 5x GbE, 2x PoE, as well as CANbus and Ethernet sensor interfaces for flexible hardware integration
- Customizations available for expansion modules, power switch modules, cellular breakouts, and compute configurations
Designed and Assembled in Pittsburgh PA, USA
Specifications
| Processing | Supplied with a NVIDIA® Jetson Orin™ NX (16GB)
Raspberry Pi CM4 |
| Power | 14-55VDC, 2-30 A (nominal consumption of 14V@ 5A) |
| Wireless Network | Via CM4:
Wireless LAN, 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz IEEE 802.11b/g/n/ac Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Sensor Interface | CANbus Ethernet PoE |
| Networking | 5x Gigabit ethernet ports on a 12 port switch 2x POE ports Expansion available through sensor breakout boards |
| Cellular Connectivity | Available through optional Hellbender FFC to LTE Cat-M1 Cell Modem Breakout Board |
| Software | Comes with a default software image supported by REST API |
| Environment | Recommended operating temperature -20 to 65° C Can operate in bright sunlight as well as low light (<1 lux) environments |
| Optional Accessories | An additional imager can be added upon request Compute can be added and customized upon request Housing can be customized upon request |
| Platform Connections | Connects to Vehicle Platform and communicates motion planning commands Connects to Safety Micro and communicates the same commands for monitoring |
Feature Diagram
Dimensional Drawing
Operation Notes
WARNINGS
- This product should only be connected to an external power supply rated for 10-36VDC.
- The RTC coin cell can use non-rechargeable cells.
- This product should be operated in a well-ventilated environment, and if used inside a case, the case should
have appropriate cooling capabilities or else not be sealed. - This product should be placed on a non-conductive surface in use and should not be contacted by conductive
items. - The connection of incompatible devices to the various connectors may affect compliance and result in damage
to the unit and invalidate the warranty. - All peripherals used with this product should comply with relevant standards for the country of use and be
marked accordingly to ensure that safety and performance requirements are met.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To avoid malfunction or damage to this product please observe the following:
- Do not expose to water, moisture, or place on a conductive surface while in operation.
- Avoid mechanical or electrical damage to the printed circuit board and connectors.
- Avoid handling the printed circuit board while powered and only handle the edges to minimize the risk of ESD.
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