The intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) landscape is accelerating rapidly, driven by increasing operational demands across defense, industrial inspection, border security, and emergency response. As missions become more complex and endurance-focused, payload technology must evolve to deliver both lightweight efficiency and advanced intelligence features. Gremsy’s latest announcements — the upcoming debut of LYNX, the smallest ISR payload in its spherical ecosystem, and the rollout of VIO Software V3 — mark a significant technological leap for operators who require precision, agility, and robust data workflows.

LYNX: The Smallest and Most Agile ISR Payload Yet

On 15 December 2025, Gremsy will unveil LYNX, the newest addition to its spherical payload lineup. Designed with an ultra-lightweight structure, LYNX provides operators with extended mission durations while preserving the sophisticated ISR capabilities required for high-risk and high-precision environments.

Its compact form factor offers several operational advantages:

• Longer flight endurance, especially for small and mid-sized UAV platforms
• Greater efficiency, enabling rapid deployment in dynamic scenarios
• High-precision intelligence, crucial for applications such as perimeter monitoring, tactical operations, and critical infrastructure security

LYNX positions itself as a modern ISR solution where weight, stability, and data quality are mission-critical.

VIO Software V3: The Future of EO/IR Payload Intelligence

Launching alongside LYNX is VIO Software V3, Gremsy’s newest software branch designed to support its ecosystem of EO/IR payloads. V3 is not just an upgrade — it is a redesigned architecture built to address new industry challenges: long-range tracking, advanced IR data workflows, and large-scale multi-unit fleet management.

Why a Dedicated V3 Branch?

Operators across oil & gas inspection, maritime security, and powerline monitoring increasingly rely on:

• High-zoom surveillance exceeding 30× magnification
• AI-ready IR datasets for training and evaluation
• Stable OTA updates for multi-platform deployments

V3 is engineered to meet these evolving requirements through deeper system optimization and expanded intelligence tools.

Key Technical Capabilities of V3

Enhanced EIS Engine
V3 inherits Gremsy’s proven Electronic Image Stabilization but optimizes it further when paired with gimbal firmware 7.8.7 or higher, ensuring cleaner imagery even at extreme zoom levels.

Tracking up to 240× Zoom
A hybrid EO/IR tracking algorithm maintains target lock with exceptional precision — a crucial capability for long-range surveillance missions.

RAW IR Streaming
Support for RAW IR output (F1 at 10 Hz, G1 at 5 Hz) empowers radiometric workflows, industrial inspection tasks, and AI-based analytics pipelines.

EagleEye, Point Here & Set ROI
Operators can instantly define areas of interest, accelerating mission response and improving situational awareness.

Runtime Bitrate Control
Dynamic bitrate adjustments optimize bandwidth usage in real time, especially in challenging network conditions.

Optimized Web/OTA Infrastructure
Faster OTA updates, unified payload URLs, and a redesigned web UI streamline deployment for large fleets.

SDK v3 Support
Compatible with Python and C++, enabling integration with automation systems, analytics engines, and AI pipelines.

Who Should Upgrade to V3

V3 is designed for teams requiring:

• High-zoom tracking accuracy
• RAW IR acquisition for radiometric or AI workflows
• Fleet-wide OTA stability
• Advanced operator tools for field missions

Applications include maritime patrol, border security, critical infrastructure inspection, and industrial surveillance.

Deployment Guidance

Before upgrading, operators should:

• Confirm gimbal firmware ≥7.8.7
• Upgrade V1.x users to 1.5.0 before moving to V3
• Note that downgrades from V3 to V1 are not supported
• Match SDK and companion tools to the correct software version

Conclusion

Gremsy’s LYNX payload and VIO Software V3 showcase a forward-thinking approach to ISR technology, combining lightweight hardware, intelligent tracking, enhanced IR data capabilities, and enterprise-grade deployment tools. Together, they set a new benchmark for mission stability, data quality, and operational efficiency.

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