Live video when every kilobit counts.
Videosoft specialises in high-quality, low-latency live video transmission for unmanned systems, autonomous operations and other demanding applications, using ultra-low bandwidth with streaming rates as low as 1 kbps to provide a reliable operational picture even from remote and bandwidth-constrained locations.
Videosoft’s advanced live video compression and transmission technology can be deployed on UAS, UAVs, UGVs, USVs, AUVs, cameras, vehicles, vessels, command centres and other operational platforms.
The technology automatically adapts to fluctuations in connectivity to maintain reliable real-time transmission over cellular networks, satellite communications, radio links, mesh networks and other wireless or wired networks, even when the available bandwidth is extremely limited.
Videosoft offers its technology in different ways, depending on the requirements of each organisation:
It can also be integrated into existing platforms and infrastructure, without requiring the replacement of current equipment. The technology is lightweight and easy to deploy and can operate on off-the-shelf hardware without the need for specialist processors.
From 1 kbps to multi-Mbps
Variable streaming rates with resolution and frame-rate adaptation to real network conditions.
Multiple networks
Satcom, LTE/5G, cellular, mesh, microwave, RF and radio, depending on the configuration.
Low latency
Designed for fast access to live imagery and timely operational decision-making.
Secure transmission
Secure video and data transmission for professional and operational environments.
Open integration
Viewing through Videosoft applications or connection to VMS, C2 and compatible third-party systems.
When conventional networks are not enough
In remote areas, at sea, across mountainous terrain, during natural disasters or wherever communications networks become heavily congested, conventional video transmission can slow down, freeze or stop completely.
FireLight™ dynamically adapts the bitrate, resolution and frame rate to the capacity and quality of the available connection.
At the same time, the original video can be recorded locally at high quality for later retrieval.
The platform is designed to maintain a useful visual stream as available bandwidth falls, and to increase quality again when network conditions allow.
How the FireLight™ architecture works
FireLight™ is adaptive compression and transmission software, designed for live remote video streaming in demanding environments with limited bandwidth.
It can transmit video, audio and operational data in real time, from extremely low bitrates through to multi-Mbps, over satellite, cellular, mesh and radio networks.
Video & data source
Video may originate from a fixed or mobile camera, body-worn camera, vehicle, aircraft or uncrewed system.
FireLight™ at the edge
The gateway or encoder manages adaptive encoding, secure transmission, local recording, GPS, audio and other operational data.
Available network
The stream travels over whatever connection is available to the mission and dynamically adapts as conditions change.
Operations Centre
Authorised users can view and manage streams through Videosoft applications or compatible VMS and C2 systems.
Information from the field reaches where the decision needs to be made
Videosoft can provide the visual connection between video sources at the edge and authorised users in an Operations Centre, without forcing the organisation to use one specific type of camera or communications network.
One common operational picture across land, sea and air
The following are indicative applications of the technology, subject to technical evaluation of the specific requirements of each organisation.
Defense, borders & EEZ
Live imagery and operational metadata from personnel, UAVs, USVs, vehicles and remote sensors for surveillance of borders, maritime areas and critical installations.
Wildfires & natural disasters
Live imagery from drones, thermal cameras, helicopters and mobile units for monitoring an incident and improving coordination between aerial and ground forces.
Police & Smart Policing
Live streams from body-cams, vehicles and rapidly deployed cameras for events, crowd management, patrols and monitoring of critical locations.
Search & Rescue
A common operational picture from helicopters, aircraft, drones and rescue vessels, with the ability to retrieve detailed visual information when required.
Critical infrastructure & maritime operations
Remote monitoring of vessels, ports, installations, pipelines and manned or uncrewed maritime platforms over bandwidth-constrained maritime communications.
UAVs, aircraft & BVLOS missions
Bandwidth-efficient transmission of imagery and telemetry for aerial platforms. Videosoft supports the flow of data, while BVLOS permissions and communications coverage depend on the complete operational system.
The platform manages video at the edge and throughout its journey
FireLight™ is a modular software platform for encoding, local management, secure transmission and remote viewing of live video, audio and operational data.
Adaptive video encoding
Automatic adaptation to available network conditions.
Edge recording
Local recording of the original source for playback and retrieval.
Multi-stream control
Independent management and prioritisation of multiple streams.
GPS, audio & metadata
Transmission of additional operational data alongside video.
Remote PTZ control
Remote control of compatible optical or digital PTZ cameras.
Secure by design
Secure handling and transmission of operational video and data.
Alerts & AI-ready integration
Events, notifications and integration with compatible analytics.
VMS / platform integration
Integration with compatible VMS, C2 systems and standard interfaces.
Stand-alone software
Installation on compatible off-the-shelf or existing hardware, without the need for specialist processors, for scalable and customised deployments.
Turnkey hardware encoders
Compact plug-and-play encoders with FireLight™ pre-installed for rapid deployment in the field.
Third-party / OEM integration
Videosoft technology can be integrated into third-party devices, processors, routers, VMS and complete operational platforms.
Full detail when it really matters
When a live stream is transmitted at reduced quality because bandwidth is limited, an authorised user can select a specific area of interest or an entire frame and request high-resolution pixels from the original source or edge recording.
Real integrations in demanding operational environments
The following examples are based on official Videosoft Global announcements.
Fugro – Global Fleet & Remote Operations Centres
Videosoft technology has been used to support remote visual operations across maritime assets and constrained communications networks.
Exercise HEDGEHOG – Multinational interoperability
Videosoft has supported live operational imagery from manned and uncrewed platforms in multinational defense environments.
Airship AI – Integration into the VMS ecosystem
Videosoft encoders and low-bandwidth streaming technology can form part of wider surveillance and VMS environments.
Kuwait Oil Tanker Company – Live video from the fleet
Live video technology has been used to support remote monitoring and visibility across maritime fleets.
Altostaff Ltd is the Official Representative of Videosoft Global in Cyprus and coordinates the initial discussion, technology presentation and cooperation with the Videosoft team to evaluate each specific application.