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ACSL Inc. - U.S. subsidiary of ACSL Ltd., Japan's top drone manufacturer ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://acsl-usa.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [ACSL SOTEN + Multispectral Payload: How to Set Up a Mapping Flight for Your Ag Mission](https://acsl-usa.com/acsl-soten-multispectral-payload-how-to-set-up-a-mapping-flight-for-your-ag-mission/) - This guide walks through key settings to plan an aerial mapping or survey flight using the ACSL SOTEN and Multispectral payload. - [ACSL SOTEN RTK Module Setup Guide](https://acsl-usa.com/soten-rtk-module-setup-guide/) - The ACSL SOTEN RTK Module enables centimeter-level positioning accuracy for mapping and surveying missions by applying GNSS correction data in real time. - [ACSL Aircraft MAVLink Interface – Developer Guide (Part 1)](https://acsl-usa.com/acsl-mavlink-serial-interface/) - Build your own ground control software for ACSL aircraft: the MAVLink 2 interface, supported messages and commands, and a worked sample mission. - [Updating the Firmware for the ACSL SAMO Thermal Payload](https://acsl-usa.com/updating-the-firmware-for-the-acsl-samo-thermal-payload/) - 1/ Fully charge SOTEN batteries and controller 2/ A microSD card is needed, please format card before being used for the firmware update 3/ Download the firmware here: https://acsl-usa.com/support/ 4/ Follow instructions below - [ACSL SOTEN / TAITEN Settings Guide](https://acsl-usa.com/acsl-soten-taiten-pilot-guide/) - Getting Started, Flight Setup, and Best Practices Getting Started The SOTEN drone and TAITEN controller are designed for rapid deployment, secure operations, and consistent data capture across a wide range of missions. This guide walks through: Initial setup Flight configuration In-field best practices Post-flight handling Product Information SOTEN brochure Payloads brochure TAITEN brochure Need assistance? - [Drone Makers ACSL and Draganfly Partner to Bring NDAA-Compliant Japanese Drones to Canadian Market; Signs Exclusive Distributor Agreement and Launches Technology Integration  ](https://acsl-usa.com/acsl-and-draganfly-partner-to-bring-ndaa-compliant-japanese-drones-to-canadian-market-signs-distributor-agreement-canada/) - Collaboration Enables Cross-Platform, NDAA-Compliant Interoperability, Expanding Fleet Access and Capabilities for Public Safety and Industry Vancouver, B.C., May 7, 2026 — Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO) (CSE: DPRO) (FSE: 3U8A) (“Draganfly” or the “Company”), an award-winning, industry-leading drone solutions and systems developer and ACSL, the largest Japanese drone maker, renowned for innovation and commitment to quality, - [ACSL & AeroVis Case Study: Enhancing Executive Protection and Public Safety Through Photogrammetry](https://acsl-usa.com/acsl-aerovis-case-study-enhancing-executive-protection-and-public-safety-through-photogrammetry/) - ACSL & AeroVis partner to explore how drone photogrammetry plays a critical part in executive protection and public safety, providing critical prep information. - [ACSL Unveils New TAITEN Smart Controller, Upgrades Thermal Camera Payload, and Joins Teledyne FLIR’s Thermal Program as a Collaborator](https://acsl-usa.com/pressrelease20250826/) - New NDAA-Compliant TAITEN Smart Controller features 7” Integrated Display Upgraded SAMO Thermal Payload Features 640 Radiometric Thermal Imaging, 64MP Optical Camera with 20X Zoom Capabilities, and FLIR’s MSX® Fusion Technology Santa Clara, California – August 26, 2025 – ACSL Inc., the leading Japanese drone manufacturer, today announced the launch of its new NDAA-compliant smart controller, - [Drone Nerds Partners with ACSL to Bring Advanced Japanese-Made Drones to the U.S.](https://acsl-usa.com/pressrelease20250402/) - Drone Nerds, a leading provider of enterprise drone solutions, has announced its strategic partnership with ACSL Inc., the U.S. subsidiary of Japan's premier drone manufacturer, ACSL Ltd. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in bringing ACSL's state-of-the-art, secure drone technology to the American market. As part of this partnership, Drone Nerds will offer the ACSL's - [Leading Japanese Drone Maker ACSL Announces New Thermal Camera and Appoints Advisory Board Members](https://acsl-usa.com/pressrelease20240903/) - NDAA compliant 640 radiometric thermal payload to join ACSL SOTEN drone's interchangeable payload lineupThree industry experts join advisory board to guide ACSL in US market as demand for alternative UAS options increase Santa Clara, California – September 3, 2024, – ACSL, Inc (ACSL), the leading Japanese drone maker, is pleased to announce a new thermal - [ACSL Announces Partnership With Leading UAS Distributor, Exertis Almo, to Meet Growing Demand for Future Proof UAS Solutions ](https://acsl-usa.com/pressrelease20250130/) - Wrapping up a busy 2024, ACSL looks to increase US SOTEN unit shipments from hundreds to thousands in 2025 Santa Clara, California – January 30, 2025, – ACSL, Inc (ACSL), the leading Japanese drone maker, is pleased to announce a new partnership with Exertis Almo, a leading North American specialist distributor, to help with growing - [Ameren and ACSL Whitepaper: Enhancing Field Operations (PDF) (8.4 MB)](https://acsl-usa.com/pressrelease20241030/) - [Firmatek and ACSL Whitepaper: Increasing Fleet Robustness with ACSL's SOTEN Drone (PDF) (6.5 MB)](https://acsl-usa.com/pressrelease20240814/) - [ACSL Announces New NDAA-Compliant Smart Controller, Upgrades to Flagship SOTEN Drone, and Future Platform Improvements](https://acsl-usa.com/pressrelease20240725/) - New smart controller, TENSO, aims to increase efficiency for operators in the field with rugged design, integrated HD display, and intuitive user interfaceSOTEN has rolled out significant performance improvements since initial launch with more upgrades in the roadmap Santa Clara, California – July 25, 2024, – ACSL, Inc (ACSL), the leading Japanese drone maker, is - [Leading Japanese Drone Maker ACSL Announces Pricing, Availability and Authorized Dealers of NDAA-Compliant SOTEN Drone in U.S.](https://acsl-usa.com/pressrelease20240123/) - Affordable and capable, SOTEN uses a swappable camera and robust encryption processes, ideal for wide range of missions including critical infrastructure projects Santa Clara, California – January 23, 2024, – ACSL, Inc (ACSL), the leading Japanese drone maker, is pleased to announce pricing and availability for its highly anticipated SOTEN small UAS. ACSL announced its - [ACSL, The Largest Japanese Drone Maker, Officially Enters US Market](https://acsl-usa.com/acsl-the-largest-japanese-drone-maker-officially-enters-us-market/) - Company opens subsidiary in California, will offer small high-performance NDAA compliant drone to market. Santa Clara, California - May 4, 2023, ACSL Ltd. (ACSL) is pleased to share its official entrance into the United States commercial drone market. Founded in 2013 and based in Japan, ACSL is the largest Japanese drone maker in the country ## Pages - [Home](https://acsl-usa.com/) - ACSL Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of ACSL Ltd., the leading Japanese drone manufacturer, specializing in industrial drones for infrastructure inspection, disaster relief and emerging use cases. - [Product](https://acsl-usa.com/product/) - ACSL SOTEN uses a swappable camera system, a first for a small aerial drone, allowing a wide range of camera options. 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