The ideaForge Q4i is a small-category, economically priced VTOL drone, recognized for its reliability and performance. It comes with DGCA Type Certification, making it suitable for regulated operations across diverse mission profiles. 

Key Features

Long Endurance & Range: Offers over 40 minutes of flight time at mean sea level and an operational range of up to 4 km LOS.

All-Mode VTOL Design: Combines vertical takeoff/landing with stable forward cruise in compact form—ideal for rapid deployment. 

Smart Design & Portability: Lightweight and equipped with tool-free, snap-fit assembly. Features a smart battery with onboard health monitoring for safe storage and operation. 

Advanced Payloads:

10× HD optical zoom camera for up to 800 m target detection range

Thermal camera (640×480) with 4× digital zoom, capable of detecting targets up to 400 m
 

Robust Performance:

Max operating altitude: 400 m AGL

Launch altitude: 3,000 m AMSL

Weight: < 3.5 kg

Quiet operation (< 40 dB at 300 m) with IP53-rated body for dust & drizzle protection.
 

Autonomy & Safety: Offers full autonomy—from takeoff to landing—with features like waypoint navigation, fail-safe return on signal loss/low battery/high wind, and obstacle avoidance.

Real-World Use Case

The Q4i was instrumental in a wildlife rescue operation on the ICRISAT campus. Equipped with thermal imaging, Q4i and Q6 V2 drones were deployed to track a leopard, enabling safe and successful relocation through real-time surveillance.

Tech Specs Summary

Why Use the Q4i?

Exceptional cost-to-performance ratio, offering professional-grade UAV capabilities without premium pricing.

Compact and quick to deploy—great for surveillance, security, crowd monitoring, and disaster response.

DGCA-certified, building trust in regulated sectors.

Proven in real-world operations—from wildlife monitoring to rapid disaster recovery.

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Product Title:
ideaForge Q4i UAV – Compact VTOL for Surveillance & Rapid Deployment

Description:
A rugged, DGCA-certified VTOL drone offering 40+ minutes of flight time, 4 km operational range, and advanced payloads like HD zoom and thermal cameras. Designed for quick, tool-free assembly and smart battery management, the Q4i is built for security, monitoring, and first-response operations—in a lightweight, portable package.