[Photo courtesy of Getac.]
24 March 2026
Getac Technology Corporation (Getac), a leading provider of rugged computing and mobile video solutions and a manufacturer with advanced in-house capabilities, today announced the launch of its new CommandCore rugged drone control solution.
CommandCore allows customers to combine Getac's proven rugged hardware with industry-specific accessories, payloads, and software based on their individual needs and use case. The result is a comprehensive UAV/USV/UGV control solution that is fully adaptable and can be tailored to suit a wide range of challenging environments and operational scenarios, such as those found in the defense, public safety, and utilities industries.
At the heart of CommandCore is Getac's Ground Control Station (GCS), which serves as a centralized, mission-ready hub designed for real-time data processing, seamless drone control in extreme conditions, and overall management of operational parameters. Customers can choose between several different Getac devices depending on their GCS needs, including the ZX80 fully rugged Android tablet, UX10 fully rugged Windows tablet, S510 rugged Windows laptop, B360 fully rugged Windows laptop, and X600 fully rugged Windows workstation.
The form factor of the GCS can also be customized for maximum flexibility. Options include a fully integrated design with built-in drone controls and an accessory-type design that allows users to separate the Getac device from externally housed drone controls as needed. Additional form factors include an office dock design and a comprehensive suitcase design with dual display for use as part of mobile command and control activity.
Rugged Reliability Meets Modular Architecture
CommandCore is engineered to withstand harsh, unpredictable, and mission-critical operational environments without compromising on performance. Its proven rugged design ensures reliability in the field, while its scalable and configurable system architecture enables seamless customization, expansion, and adaptation to evolving operational requirements across industries.
For the defense sector, this modularity is underpinned by Getac's sophisticated engineering depth and system-level design skills. Rather than offering a fixed configuration, Getac reserves maximum flexibility within the CommandCore architecture to customize the solution for specific mission requirements and unique end-user needs. By leveraging Getac's advanced in-house manufacturing capabilities, Getac offers tailored configurations to support the complex demands of multi-domain operations.
An open ecosystem supporting smooth integration
CommandCore integrates with diverse drone ecosystems, supporting interoperability with third-party technologies and long-term system evolution. Getac offers GCS in both Android and Windows, built on a stable, high-performance computing platform that supports real-time operations in demanding situations and environments.
Setting a new benchmark in remote drone control solutions
CommandCore streamlines drone operations in extreme and/or high-pressure scenarios commonly faced in defense, public safety, and utilities sectors, as:
Defense: Supports intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) from expeditionary command posts, mobile, and dismounted forces, informing mission planning and execution strategies in real-time across land, sea, and air. Given its robust capabilities, CommandCore is uniquely positioned to support the complex requirements of Army aviation and integrated air defense systems, providing operators with the reliable control and data visualization necessary for critical tactical operations.
Public safety: Drone reconnaissance now plays an integral role in disaster response operations ranging from fires and floods to emergency search and rescue. CommandCore lets first responders gather critical information quickly and efficiently, either from a nearby mobile command vehicle or directly on-scene using a handheld GCS.
Utilities: Enables remote inspection of large-scale infrastructure and assets such as power lines, substations, pipelines, and railways using waypoint guidance from a centralized operations center. Beyond large-scale monitoring, CommandCore delivers the reliable line of sight remote control needed to rapidly assess hard-to-reach rural areas, minimizing the need for crews to physically navigate high-voltage or dangerous terrain.
"As the use of drones becomes increasingly widespread throughout numerous industries around the world, demand for comprehensive remote control solutions is also growing significantly," says Charlie Gibbs, Director of Product Development, Getac North America. "CommandCore answers this demand, providing professionals who work in challenging environments every day with a highly customizable, rugged control solution they can rely on to get the job done when it matters most."
Getac will be exhibiting at the 2026 AUSA Global Force Symposium and Exposition, held March 24–26 at the Von Braun Center in Huntsville, Alabama, strategically located near Redstone Arsenal, the center of gravity for U.S. Army aviation and aerospace defense programs. CommandCore perfectly aligns with the Army's ongoing "Transformation in Contact" initiative, providing the agile, field-tested technology needed to accelerate modernization on the front lines. Attendees can visit Booth 3000 to see CommandCore products showcased, including the S510 office dock style configurations, as well as the UX10 accessory version and ZX80 chest mount version.
About Getac
Getac Technology Corporation is a global leader in AI-capable rugged mobile technology and intelligent video solutions, including laptops, tablets, software, body-worn cameras, in-car video systems, digital evidence management, and enterprise video analytics solutions. Getac's solutions and services are designed to enable extraordinary experiences for frontline workers in challenging environments. Today, Getac serves customers in over 100 countries spanning defense, public safety, ambulance, fire & rescue, utilities, automotive, natural resources, manufacturing, transport, and logistics. Getac was recently recognized as one of Newsweek's "World's Most Trustworthy Companies" for 2024.
