The core team of the company has 17 years of experience in the field of developing complex electronic systems & product design innovation. During this period we gained a wide spectrum of experience from developing simple and mass-produced electronic devices to complex systems including drones and planes.
The company has engineers with high expertise in fields of robotics, IT, machinery, and mechatronics. We successfully delivered several products to market, such as the smart shooting target Trainshot and the gaming drone Drone n Base. Thanks to this experience, we can develop products and technology solutions with a clear strategy for entering specific markets.
Róbert Schochmann is an inventor, engineer, entrepreneur and patent holder with a passion for robotics, AI, and electronic systems.
He has founded several companies and projects like Drone n Base and Trainshot and has a track record of developing cutting-edge technologies.
Over the years, he has assembled a skilled core team capable of handling every phase of a project, from initial concepts and prototyping to manufacturing and product marketing.
Head of Engineering
Head of Product Design
Sales Manager
Hardware & Firmware Engineer
Chief Operating Officer
Electronic System Developer
Over the years, through various projects, we have not only developed our products but also launched them into the market and participated in numerous international trade shows worldwide.
Among the biggest trade shows where we have presented our projects are the SHOT Show and CES both in Las Vegas.
Unlike many companies relying on off-the-shelf components, we design and manufacture every element in-house. This comprehensive approach ensures complete control over the development process, resulting in systems perfectly aligned with specific goals.
Instead of assembling pre-built parts like standard flight controllers or generic airframes, we develop custom 3D components, innovative flight control modules, and tailored PCBs. Our expertise extends to crafting sophisticated engine control software, navigation algorithms, reliable reference modules, and intuitive ground stations. With a proven track record of successful projects, we deliver cutting-edge solutions that meet the highest standards.
At Schochmann, our expertise in designing Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) UAVs, copters, and fixed-wing planes is unparalleled. Our dedicated R&D team has successfully developed proprietary flight controller modules that integrate advanced low-drift gyroscopes, utilizing a semi-chip vibration ring solution for optimal performance.
We have created custom fusion processing libraries to accurately compute roll, pitch, and yaw angles without encountering singular points, ensuring precise and reliable navigation. Our modules and PCBs are designed from the ground up within our company, showcasing our comprehensive in-house capabilities.
Our AI expertise extends beyond hardware. We specialize in developing custom AI models for specific applications. From accurately recognizing and generating spoken language to identifying multiple objects in complex visual environments, our AI solutions offer advanced capabilities for a wide range of uses.
We believe the most advanced solutions come from combining cutting-edge hardware, intelligent software, and sophisticated AI. This empowers our devices to make decisions, like navigating to specific targets or responding to dynamic environments based on real-time data.
AI object recognition and classification: For example, a drone can be programmed to follow a person based on their body movement or land autonomously in a designated area. We have experience with many embedded computer platforms like Nvidia Jetson.
Our skill set extends to firmware development for advanced acrobatic maneuvers such as front and side loopings. We also excel in computer vision applications, including object detection, navigation, and positioning. This allows us to enhance the autonomous capabilities of our UAVs, ensuring they can perform complex tasks with precision.
In terms of control systems, we specialize in designing PID controllers for managing roll, pitch, and yaw angles, as well as parameters like altitude and speed. This expertise ensures our UAVs maintain stability and performance in diverse conditions.
Our navigation capabilities are extensive, encompassing dead reckoning, optical flow, visual point-based navigation, and Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) high-precision GPS with up to 2cm error positioning. These advanced techniques enable our UAVs to maintain accurate positioning and trajectory, even in challenging environments where traditional GPS signals may be unreliable.
We have also developed a robust altitude and heading reference module that is resilient to high G-forces and temperature changes, ensuring reliable performance in extreme conditions.
We have developed a sophisticated Ground Station platform featuring video streaming and full telemetry. This allows us to integrate specific features requested by our customers, providing them with a tailored solution to meet their unique operational needs.
Our commitment to innovation and excellence in UAV design and development positions Schochmann as a leader in the industry, ready to tackle the most challenging projects and deliver cutting-edge solutions.
During the consultation phase of a new R&D project, we discuss ideas with clients and gather their input and data. This collaboration helps us refine our concepts, assess their feasibility, and ensure we are aligned with their needs.
Electrical system architecture design involves creating a detailed plan for the layout and connections of an electrical system’s components. It defines the relationships between power sources, distribution networks, control units, and protective devices. The design aims to ensure the system operates efficiently, reliably, and safely, adhering to necessary standards and requirements.
Electronic schematics provide a visual representation of an electronic circuit, detailing the connections between components. PCB prototyping then translates these schematics into a physical board, allowing for testing and refinement of the design before full-scale production.
Creating the first concept of the product’s physical form starts with moodboards and ideation about what the product should look like based on the consumers it is targeting. This first step is done through sketches and rough 3D models.
In CAD software, we house all the product’s inner components within the product casing. In 3D, we refine the shape, manufacturability, and design according to mass manufacturing technologies.
The initial 3D models provide the first visualization of how the final product might look and function. These models are essential for effectively communicating with the client.
This is the first time where all 3D components from engineers and designers come together in real life. Prototypes act as a validation tool for software and firmware integration, and provide engineers and designers with a test model to refine before mass production.
With a physical prototype, the next phase involves confirming that the hardware components interact correctly with the software. This extensive testing is crucial not only for optimizing customer experience but also for ensuring safety in various scenarios.
Identifying issues related to functionality, performance, and design is crucial during prototype testing. For complex projects, it is common to develop and test multiple prototypes before proceeding to the manufacturing phase.
Subtle changes can have a significant impact, and considerable time is often devoted to perfecting final details. This attention to detail is crucial, as the initial impression can greatly influence a product’s success.
During the manufacturing phase, the focus shifts to producing the product at scale, ensuring quality and consistency across each unit. Effective communication with suppliers is essential to coordinate materials, address potential issues, and maintain smooth production processes.