Core/Autopilot comparison
The Autopilot and Core modules are complimentary products that can work togheter or standalone.
Standalone use
Autopilot module
Compatible with leading open-source autopilot systems and their configuration software, such as INAV, Ardupilot, and Mission Planner.
These systems enable the creation of waypoint-based missions, navigation planning, and the generation of controlled throttle and steering signals.
These commands can be forwarded for further processing by the Core module or directly connected to the available PWM ports.
Core module
Controls advanced configurations with Voith-Schneider propellers or other propulsion systems, such as water jets. It remaps simple input commands, such as throttle and steering, to complex actuator-driven controls.
Provides stability and positioning programs, including bearing control, roll stabilization, and crabbing maneuvers.
Features a customizable and programmable input/output function to accommodate even the most unconventional propulsion configurations.
Combined use
The Autopilot can be mounted on top of the Core module (HAT), transmitting data and current through the 7-pin header.
In this configuration, the Autopilot functions as the master module, providing MAVLink (GPS,AHRS,RX) or SBUS data to the Core module.
In combined use only one GPS module is necessary.
Comparison table
VEKTOR Core  | VEKTOR Autopilot  |
|---|---|
| Use cases | |
| Complex propulsion and programmable functions control unit | Basic stability and autopilot functions |
| Notable functions | |
| Navigation assistants (Roll, Heading, Crabbing maneuver) | Full waypoint navigation, mission planner |
| Advanced propulsion drivers (Voith-Schneider propeller, Z-drive, Water-jet) | Stabilized steering/throttle control |
| Programmable input-output functions | Advanced telemetry (with CRSF) |
| Firmware | |
| Custom | INAV / Ardupilot |
| Processor | |
| STM32 H7 | STM32 F4 |
| Interfaces | |
| - 6x PWM-IN / 12x PWM-OUT | - 6x PWM-OUT |
| - MAVLink v2 | - MAVLink v2 |
| - SBUS/IBUS/SUMD | - SBUS/IBUS/SUMD/CRSF |
| - GPS/MAG port | - GPS/MAG port |
| - AHRS port | - 16 CH SBUS output |
| - USB-C | - USB-C |
| - 7 pin HAT interface | - 7 pin HAT interface |
| - RS485 / CAN interfaces | - MicroSD slot for log data |