Overview

Built for Mobility and Fast Turnaround

The Dragonfly ND-8 Flex delivers compact operational control in a rugged handheld format, with integrated controls and quick battery replacement to support continuous field use.

Feature Highlights

Compact 8" Platform

Compact 8" Platform

Built on a rugged 8-inch control platform, the ND-8 Flex is designed for portable operation where size, weight, and mobility matter.

Integrated Manual Controls

Integrated Manual Controls

Physical controls are built into the system for precise operator input and efficient operational handling in the field.

Fast Battery Access

Fast Battery Access

The Flex configuration allows quicker battery replacement, helping reduce downtime during active field use.

Built for Mobile Deployment

Built for Mobile Deployment

A detachable kickstand, VESA 75×75 mounting and strap anchors let the unit stand on a surface, mount to a panel or be carried, with anti-slip grips on the housing for handling in the field.

Rugged Field Reliability

Rugged Field Reliability

Engineered for dependable performance in demanding outdoor conditions where durability and operational stability are essential.

Flexible Mission Integration

Flexible Mission Integration

The system can be configured to support operation–specific interfaces, external equipment, and platform requirements.

Typical Applications

Designed for portable control across UAV, UGV, security, and industrial robotic platforms.

Industrial & Infrastructure

Industrial & Infrastructure

Inspection, monitoring, utilities and automation.

Agriculture & Smart Farming

Field operations, sensing and crop management systems.

Public Safety & Emergency

Public Safety & Emergency

Firefighting, search-and-rescue and municipal operations.

Security & Monitoring

Security & Monitoring

Autonomous surveillance and perimeter systems.

Standard Configurations

Front
Rear
Right
Specifications
General
Dimensions: 286 × 150 × 46 mm
Weight: 1.3 kg (with tablet)
Ingress protection: IP66
Platform
Base unit: Durabook R8 rugged tablet, configured to customer specification
Processor: Intel Core i7-1250U with vPro (12 MB cache, up to 4.7 GHz, 2P+8E cores); Intel Core i5-1230U with vPro (12 MB cache, up to 4.4 GHz, 2P+8E cores); Intel Pentium Gold 8500 (8 MB cache, up to 4.4 GHz, 1P+4E cores)
Memory: 8 GB onboard, up to 16 GB LPDDR4x
Storage: 128 GB NVMe PCIe SSD; optional 256 GB / 512 GB / 1 TB
Operating system: Windows 11 Pro 64-bit
Display
8.0″ LCD, 1280 × 800
800 nits DynaVue sunlight-readable display, capacitive multi-touch
Control Elements
2× 2-axis Hall-effect joysticks
2× 1-axis Hall-effect thumbwheel switches
4× push buttons
1× push button with protective cover
1× 3-way control switch
Custom function labels
Optional: Mom-Off-Mom or On-On-On toggle switches; 2-axis Hall-effect castle joysticks; additional push button with protective cover or 3-way control switch
Connectivity & I/O
Ultra-rugged sealed connectors: Power (J1); Ethernet 10/100 + USB 2.0 (J2); Ethernet 10/100 with optional power output (J3)
2× Ethernet 10/100
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
Communications
Integration of third-party GDT modules
Optional: LTE, Wi-Fi / Bluetooth, GPS
Power
Input: AC adapter 100–240 V, 50–60 Hz, 65 W
Optional: 12–32 V DC input
Main battery: Li-Ion 7.6 V, 4800 mAh
Optional: high-capacity Li-Ion 7.6 V, 9600 mAh
Swappable battery: 5-minute swap; the system stays operating for up to 300 s in standby while the battery is replaced
Security
Intel vPro technology
Secured-core PC
TPM 2.0
NIST BIOS compliant
Stealth mode
Ergonomics & Mounting
VESA 75 × 75 mount interface
Strap anchors
Anti-slip grip pads
Stylus
Optional: detachable kickstand
ID product label and customizable label with client's logo
Compliance
System: designed to meet MIL-STD-810 (shock, vibration) and MIL-STD-461; sealed to IP66
Integrated tablet: Durabook R8 — MIL-STD-810H, MIL-STD-461G, IP66 (manufacturer certified)
Warranty
2-year limited warranty standard
Specifications may vary depending on selected configuration.