Getting started with Nexus
After launching the rugged Getac laptop, the Nexus UI autostarts within 5 seconds.
Nexus is the command and control interface for unmanned systems, connecting them across air, land and sea to provide a common operational picture. With integrated onboard AI it enables intelligent autonomous missions even in the most demanding environments.
Nexus UI breakdown
Mission View - The Mission View allows users to build autonomous missions to be performed by their drones.
Pilot View - The Pilot View allows users to control their drone with full camera view.
Operator View - In the Operator View, users can control (multiple) drones and execute their missions.
Map Overlays - In the Map Overlays, different map display modes can be selected, such as video feeds, paths of drones, and telemetry data.
Settings - The Settings allow the user to configure their UI, drone and controller setup.
Coordinates (MGRS, LAT/LON), Elevation - Indicates the location where the pin on the map is placed, and its elevation level.
Ruler - The Ruler can be used to measure distances on the map.
Zoom Level, Time Indicator - The Zoom level of the map and the time is indicated in the right lower corner.
Source of the page: https://intelic.gitbook.io/intelic/Q05Q1spzBoHPjamMLbyl/getting-started-with-nexus/nexus-ui-breakdown
Configuring settings in the Nexus Hub
In the Nexus Stribog UAS, it is not necessary to configure these settings as they have been preconfigured. However, it is beneficial to know that you can change them if needed.\
To begin setup:
Open Nexus in Chrome: http://localhost:3000
Click on the Settings icon in the bottom-left corner
Adjust the following preferences:
System settings
Observer Mode: Turns off controls of drones, used for example when visiting the Nexus Hub from another device on the same network.
(Optional) Developer Mode: This gives access to detailed logs from the drone and ground control system.
App settings
Display geo-bar: Shows the coordinates of the geomarker on the map and the ruler.
Internet maps: When turned on, when there is an internet connection, maps will be displayed and cached.
MGRS: When turned on, MGRS coordinates are used throughout the interface. When turned off, LAT/LON coordinates are used instead.
Mission controls
Safety Mode / Direct Action Mode: Safety Mode enforces the checklist for takeoff, and users need to hold all safety buttons to a 3 second delay before confirming a critical action. In Direct Action Mode, checklists are optional and safety buttons need to be held for 0.5 seconds before confirmation of a critical action.
Setting map & overlay preferences
Customize how the operational area is displayed:
Click the eye icon in the bottom-left corner of the Nexus interface.
Toggle visual overlays to show or hide:
Live camera feed
Gimbal frustum projection
Drone tags and flight paths
These overlays improve situational awareness and mission control.
Source of the page: https://intelic.gitbook.io/intelic/Q05Q1spzBoHPjamMLbyl/getting-started-with-nexus/nexus-ui-breakdown
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