This can be done by directly coupling the device to the unit via the interfaces 58 and 80 or use can be made of another technique such as a short range radio frequency or infrared link.

The payload on the test Patroller includes an optronics pod, infrared sensors, and a real-time link through radio and satellite channels to the ground station at the Canjuers Army camp.

The Air Force wants modern UCAVs with twin engines, low infrared signature, stealth features, electronic countermeasures and the ability to link with satellites.