ARK Electronics
About
About ARK Electronics
ARK Electronics manufactures US-built control, navigation and compute hardware for unmanned aircraft. Its range includes ARKV6X and ARK FPV flight controllers, Pixhawk Autopilot Bus carriers, Jetson and VOXL2 carrier boards, Raspberry Pi-based Pi6X units, GNSS and RTK receivers, optical-flow modules and four-in-one electronic speed controllers.
The boards support open autopilot ecosystems including PX4, ArduPilot and Betaflight, with CAN, UART, I2C, SPI and Ethernet interfaces for sensors, radios and payloads. ARK FPV combines an industrial IMU, barometer, magnetometer, power regulation and heated sensing in a compact controller for 3-to-12-cell aircraft. Product bundles pair flight control with edge compute and positioning, giving UAV developers an NDAA-compliant component stack rather than a complete airframe.
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Production capacity
- Production capacity
2026-05-26 - ARK Electronics moved to an expanded U.S. facility with five-times capacity for drone and robotics electronics production. - drone and robotics electronics - expanded U.S. production facility
Source - Production capacity
2026-05-26 - ARK Electronics completed a move to an expanded U.S. facility for drone and robotics electronics production, increasing manufacturing capacity by five times. - drone and robotic components
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Observed use
- ARK Pi6X with DroneBlocks DEXI with Raspberry Pi CM4 and Pi Camera v2.1
Evaluation - Embedded - DroneBlocks documents a DEXI configuration using ARK Pi6X, a Raspberry Pi CM4 and Pi Camera v2.1 for indoor AprilTag navigation tests with PX4 1.16.1 and optical-flow/range-sensor state estimation.
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Supply
Supply chain relationships
- STMicroelectronics
Inbound - Control Systems - ARKV6S integrates an STMicroelectronics STM32H743IIK6 MCU
Source - STMicroelectronics
Inbound - Control Systems - ARKV6X integrates an STMicroelectronics STM32H743IIK6 MCU
Source - STMicroelectronics
Inbound - Control Systems - ARKV6X Extended Range integrates an STMicroelectronics STM32H743IIK6 MCU
Source - TDK
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARK G5 RTK GPS integrates a TDK-InvenSense ICM-42688-P IMU
Source - STMicroelectronics
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARK G5 RTK GPS integrates an STMicroelectronics IIS2MDC magnetometer
Source - STMicroelectronics
Inbound - Control Systems - STMicroelectronics supplies the STM32F412VGH6 MCU used in ARK X20 RTK GPS
Source - Bosch Sensortec
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARK GPS integrates a Bosch Sensortec BMP388 barometer
Source - STMicroelectronics
Inbound - Control Systems - ARK FPV integrates an STMicroelectronics STM32H743IIK6 microcontroller
Source - u-blox
Inbound - Navigation - ARK X20 RTK GPS integrates a u-blox ZED-X20P receiver
Source - u-blox
Inbound - Navigation - ARK GPS integrates a u-blox M9N GNSS receiver
Source - STMicroelectronics
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARKV6S integrates an STMicroelectronics IIS2MDC magnetometer
Source - Bosch Sensortec
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARK FPV integrates a Bosch BMP390 barometer
Source - Bosch Sensortec
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARKV6X integrates a Bosch Sensortec BMP390 barometer
Source - Septentrio
Inbound - Navigation - ARK G5 RTK GPS integrates a Septentrio mosaic-G5 receiver
Source - Bosch Sensortec
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARK G5 RTK GPS integrates a Bosch Sensortec BMP390 barometer
Source - TDK
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARK FPV integrates a TDK InvenSense IIM-42653 industrial IMU
Source - TDK
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARKV6X integrates a TDK-InvenSense IIM-42652 industrial IMU
Source - Bosch Sensortec
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARKV6S integrates a Bosch Sensortec BMP390 barometer
Source - STMicroelectronics
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARK X20 RTK GPS integrates an STMicroelectronics IIS2MDC magnetometer
Source - TDK
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARK GPS integrates a TDK-InvenSense ICM-42688-P IMU
Source - TDK-InvenSense
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARKV6X Extended Range integrates three TDK-InvenSense IIM-42653 IMUs
Source - TDK
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARK X20 RTK GPS integrates a TDK-InvenSense ICM-42688-P IMU
Source - TDK
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARKV6S integrates a TDK-InvenSense IIM-42653 industrial IMU
Source - STMicroelectronics
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARK FPV integrates an STMicroelectronics IIS2MDC magnetometer
Source - STMicroelectronics
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARK Pi6X incorporates an STMicroelectronics IIS2MDC magnetometer
Source - Bosch Sensortec
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARKV6X Extended Range integrates a Bosch Sensortec BMP390 barometer
Source - Bosch Sensortec
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARKV6X integrates a Bosch Sensortec BMM150 magnetometer
Source - TDK
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARKV6X integrates dual TDK-InvenSense ICM-42688-P IMUs
Source - Bosch Sensortec
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARKV6X Extended Range integrates a Bosch Sensortec BMM150 magnetometer
Source - Bosch Sensortec
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARK GPS integrates a Bosch Sensortec BMM150 magnetometer
Source - STMicroelectronics
Inbound - Control Systems - ARK specifies an STM32F412CEU6 MCU in ARK GPS
Source - Bosch Sensortec
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARK X20 RTK GPS integrates a Bosch Sensortec BMP390 barometer
Source - Raspberry Pi
Inbound - Compute & Control - ARK offers a Pi6X bundle with a Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4, 4GB Wi-Fi Lite model CM4104000
Source - STMicroelectronics
Inbound - Control Systems - STMicroelectronics supplies the STM32F412VGH6 MCU used in ARK G5 RTK GPS
Source - NVIDIA
Inbound - Compute & Control - NVIDIA Jetson compute is offered in controller-equipped ARK Just A Jetson Orin NX NDAA bundle configurations
Source - Bosch Sensortec
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARK RTK GPS integrates a Bosch Sensortec BMM150 magnetometer
Source - Bosch Sensortec
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARK Mosaic-X5 GPS integrates a Bosch Sensortec BMP390 barometer
Source - u-blox
Inbound - Navigation - ARK RTK GPS integrates a u-blox F9P GNSS receiver
Source - STMicroelectronics
Inbound - Control Systems - ARK specifies an STM32F412CEU6 MCU in ARK RTK GPS
Source - Bosch Sensortec
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARK TESEO GPS integrates a Bosch Sensortec BMP390 barometer
Source - STMicroelectronics
Inbound - Control Systems - STMicroelectronics supplies the STM32F412VGH6 MCU used in ARK TESEO GPS
Source - TDK
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARK RTK GPS integrates a TDK-InvenSense ICM-42688-P IMU
Source - SiMa.ai
Inbound - Components - SiMa.ai supplies Modalix MLSoC compute for ARK production-ready autonomous-drone compute bundles
Source - STMicroelectronics
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARK Mosaic-X5 GPS integrates an STMicroelectronics IIS2MDC magnetometer
Source - STMicroelectronics
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARK TESEO GPS integrates an STMicroelectronics IIS2MDC magnetometer
Source - Septentrio
Inbound - Navigation - ARK states its Mosaic-X5 GPS incorporates Septentrio's mosaic-X5 receiver
Source - TDK
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARK Mosaic-X5 GPS integrates a TDK-InvenSense ICM-42688-P IMU
Source - STMicroelectronics
Inbound - Navigation - ARK TESEO GPS integrates an STMicroelectronics TESEO LIV4F receiver
Source - STMicroelectronics
Inbound - Control Systems - STMicroelectronics supplies the STM32F412VGH6 MCU used in ARK Mosaic-X5 GPS
Source - TDK
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARK TESEO GPS integrates a TDK-InvenSense ICM-42688-P IMU
Source - Bosch Sensortec
Inbound - robotics sensors - ARK RTK GPS integrates a Bosch Sensortec BMP388 barometer
Source - Applied Aeronautics
Outbound - Compute & Control - Applied Aeronautics offers an optional ARK Jetson Orin NX bundle with ARKV6X flight controller for Albatross
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Timeline
Events
- 2026-08-31 - Partnership - SiMa.ai and ARK Electronics launch Modalix drone compute bundles
The packages combine SiMa.ai’s Modalix System-on-Module, built on the Modalix MLSoC, with ARK’s made-in-the-USA drone electronics. ARK built and validated the joint solutions for defence, industrial and agricultural UAS applications. The bundles became available immediately to qualified drone OEMs and system integrators.
Source - 2026-06-02 - Product Launch - ARK Electronics launches ARKV6S flight controller
The FMUv6X-based module used one industrial IMU, an STM32H743 processor and a 1 W sensor heater. Its Pixhawk Autopilot Bus form factor required a compatible carrier and included FRAM and a microSD slot. The USA-manufactured controller was in stock and shipping with PX4 firmware; ArduPilot could be flashed.
Source - 2026-05-26 - Facility Opening - ARK Electronics expands U.S. manufacturing facility
The expanded site increases manufacturing capacity by five times. The facility supports production of drone and robotic components. ARK Electronics keeps design and manufacturing in the United States for NDAA-compliant products.
Source - 2026-01-07 - Product Launch - ARK Electronics launches NDAA-compliant G5 RTK GPS modules
The modules are Made in USA and NDAA compliant. The ARK G5 RTK Heading GPS provides dual-antenna heading capability. Both modules support Pixhawk Standard CAN interfaces.
Source - 2025-11-19 - Product Launch - ARK Electronics announces X20 RTK GPS and FPV Blue UAS Framework addition
The X20 GNSS module used u-blox’s all-band ZED-X20P receiver and provided 25 Hz output with all constellations enabled. ARK said its FPV flight controller was being added to the Blue UAS Framework following submission of a customer vehicle to the Blue Cleared List. The same update introduced DAN GPS and MAG modules; the first MAG production run had sold out with further shipments expected in December.
Source - 2025-09-08 - Product Launch - ARK Electronics introduces DIST SR and DIST MR UAV range sensors
The DIST SR and DIST MR modules target precise rangefinding in demanding UAV operations. The sensors support UAV and robotics communication standards for integration into unmanned systems. ARK positioned the modules as compact, USA-built sensing options for short- and mid-range applications.
Source - 2025-08-22 - Product Launch - ARK Electronics introduces 4IN1 ESC CONS for high-volume drone production
The ESC is U.S.-made, NDAA-compliant and connectorized to reduce soldering in drone assembly. The product targets scalable multirotor UAV production and field-maintenance workflows. ARK positioned the controller for high-performance, modular and compliant drone builds.
Source - 2025-06-11 - Product Launch - ARK Electronics unveils Just a Jetson carrier series
The series is built around NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX and Nano modules. It supports direct battery input up to 75V and includes a built-in IMU. ARK offers carrier-only and bundled Jetson-plus-SSD configurations for robotics and UAV integration.
Source - 2025-03-31 - Product Launch - ARK Electronics releases M.2 LTE module for Jetson robotics platforms
The module uses an M.2 Key E 2230 form factor for embedded systems. ARK designed regional variants for North America, EMEA and APAC LTE networks. The module integrates with ARK Jetson PAB Carrier and Just a Jetson platform workflows.
Source - 2025-03-02 - Product Launch - ARK Electronics launches ARK Flow MR optical-flow sensor
ARK Flow MR upgrades the earlier ARK Flow module with optical-flow and time-of-flight distance sensing. The module supports DroneCAN, PX4, ArduPilot and ROS2 workflows. ARK positioned the sensor for indoor, tunnel and other GPS-denied UAV operations.
Source - 2024-04-22 - Capability - Septentrio expands mosaic GNSS integrations across UAV hardware partners
Holybro’s H-RTK mosaic-H provides dual-antenna heading with a Septentrio mosaic-H receiver. The other named products were 3DR’s mosaic-X5 CAN GPS, Systork’s Linnet mosaic-X5 and ARK’s mosaic-X5 GPS. The modules combine multi-constellation RTK positioning with interference protection and UAV-oriented features such as magnetometers, barometers or UAVCAN.
Source - 2023-01-25 - Product Launch - ARK Electronics adds triple-IMU ARKV6X to its modular Pixhawk hardware range
ARKV6X added three synchronized inertial measurement units to the FMUv6X design for sensor averaging, voting and filtering. The separate PAB carrier implemented the Pixhawk Autopilot Bus interface, allowing the controller and vehicle-interface board to remain modular. ARK described both products as manufactured in the United States and NDAA compliant, with open-source PX4 firmware for unmanned-vehicle integration.
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Relations
Relationships
- SiMa.ai
Autonomous UAS Compute Integration Partner - SiMa.ai and ARK Electronics jointly offer production-ready Modalix MLSoC compute bundles for autonomous drone OEMs and integrators.