DroneReelFly by Wire
The world's first fly-by-wire tether system for consumer and industrial drones. Wireless flight is optional.
"Drones don't need to be free-flying to be powerful. Reliability, endurance, safety, and utility matter more than untethered range."
The Technology Behind Drone Reel
A complete fly-by-wire system that transforms any drone into a precision flying tool platform.
System Components
- 1
Drone Reel Attachment
Lightweight mount system compatible with most commercial drones
- 2
Tether Cable: Power + Fluids
Multi-channel tether delivering power, data, and optional fluid/material lines
- 3
Ground Station with Reel Unit
Intelligent reel system with automatic tension management and power supply
Continuous Power Delivery
Eliminate battery limitations with direct power through the tether. Operate for hours, not minutes.
Fluid Delivery System
Deliver water, cleaning solutions, fire retardant, or agricultural sprays directly through the tether line.
Air & Material Dispersal
Enable seed dispersal, fertilizer application, or pressurized air delivery for specialized tasks.
Dynamic Tether Management
Fishing reel-inspired mechanism automatically manages tension and length for optimal flight control.
Universal Compatibility
Designed to attach to most off-the-shelf consumer and industrial drones with minimal modification.
Secure Data Link
Hardwired data connection eliminates wireless vulnerabilities for sensitive operations.
Real-World Applications
Drone Reel transforms drones into practical tools for environments that are dangerous, inaccessible, or inefficient for people.
Solar Panel Cleaning
Automated cleaning of large solar installations without scaffolding, lifts, or risk to workers. Continuous water pressure through the tether enables thorough cleaning of entire arrays.
Wildfire Monitoring & Suppression
Extended flight time for continuous fire monitoring. Deliver fire retardant or water to specific hotspots with precision, keeping first responders at safe distances.
Precision Agriculture & Reforestation
Seed dispersal, targeted pesticide application, and crop monitoring with unlimited endurance. Perfect for large-scale reforestation and precision farming operations.
Security & Perimeter Monitoring
24/7 persistent aerial surveillance without battery swaps. Hardwired data connection prevents jamming or interception of video feeds.
Inspection & Maintenance
Access hard-to-reach infrastructure like bridges, towers, and wind turbines. Deliver inspection tools and maintain stable positioning for detailed assessments.
First Response Operations
Rapid deployment for search and rescue, disaster assessment, and emergency communications relay. Reliable tethered connection ensures critical uptime.
"Drones don't need to be free-flying to be powerful."
The Road to 2030
Building a growing ecosystem of reel-powered drone capabilities.
Research & Development
Core technology development, prototype testing, and patent filing.
- Tether management system design
- Power delivery optimization
- Fluid transfer mechanism
- Safety systems development
Alpha Testing
Controlled testing with industry partners in real-world environments.
- Solar farm pilot program
- Agricultural testing
- First responder trials
- Safety certifications
Marketplace Launch
Launch of the modular attachments marketplace for third-party tools.
- Third-party developer SDK
- Modular attachment standards
- Partner ecosystem launch
- Developer certification program
Consumer & Industrial Launch
Full commercial availability for both consumer and industrial markets.
- Consumer kit availability
- Industrial solutions launch
- Global distribution network
- Service & support infrastructure
The Ecosystem Vision
Modular Attachments
Standardized mounting system for spray nozzles, cameras, sensors, and specialized tools.
Third-Party Marketplace
Open platform for developers to create and sell compatible accessories and software.
Industrial Partnerships
Collaborations with leading manufacturers in agriculture, energy, and emergency services.
About PH3AR
PH3AR is a forward-thinking innovation lab focused on challenging conventional approaches to technology. We believe the best solutions often come from questioning assumptions that everyone else takes for granted.
Drone Reel emerged from a simple question: Why do all drones need to be wireless? The answer led us to reimagine drones not as free-flying gadgets, but as powerful, reliable tools — extensions of human capability in environments where traditional approaches fall short.
Part of the Barbine Worldwide family, PH3AR combines practical engineering with visionary thinking to create products that solve real problems for real people.
Challenge Assumptions
We question industry norms to find better solutions. Wireless flight isn't a requirement — it's just a convention.
Utility Over Novelty
We build tools, not toys. Every feature serves a practical purpose for real-world operators and industries.
Long-Term Vision
We're building for 2030 and beyond — a complete ecosystem of reel-powered capabilities, not just a single product.
The Philosophical Shift
For decades, drone innovation has focused on extending wireless range, improving battery life, and achieving greater autonomy. Drone Reel takes a different path: embracing the tether as an enabler, not a limitation. Reliability, endurance, safety, and utility — these are the metrics that matter in professional applications.
Join the Drone Reel Movement
Be among the first to experience the future of tethered drone technology. Whether you're an industry professional, developer, or visionary investor, we want to hear from you.
Industry Partners
Early testing and integration opportunities
Developers
SDK access and marketplace participation
Investors
Series A discussions open
Direct Contact: michael@barbineworldwide.com