How to Integrate DJI Docks with SDX-Cloud (with DJI Flighthub)

Summary

Introduction

DJI Docks enable fully automated drone missions. When connected to SDX-Cloud via DJI Flighthub, all flights can be automatically processed into geospatial datasets. This streamlines aerial documentation for construction, surveying, and infrastructure projects.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure the following:

• Admin role in SDX-Cloud (Roles and Permissions)

• DJI Dock hardware and drone setup completed

• Access to your DJI Flighthub portal

• Data Project created in SDX-Cloud (To explore project types see: Projects)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Add DJI Dock to SDX-Cloud

Only Admins can add docks. In SDX-Cloud:

• Navigate to Organization Settings → Devices → DJI Docks

• Click Add Dock

• Enter:

  • Name – how the dock is shown in the UI

  • Dock Serial Number

  • Drone Serial Number

Click on "Start Demo" to explore how you can create a DJI Dock and link it to a project in SDX-Cloud:

2. Link Dock to a Project

• After adding, assign the dock to a Data Project

• A dock can be linked to only one project at a time

• By default, automatic photogrammetry processing starts as soon as images are received

3. Enable DJI Flighthub Sync

In DJI Flighthub:

• Go to Organization Settings → Flighthub Sync

• Enter the following under Basic Information:

  • Third-Party Cloud Name: SDX-Cloud

  • Webhook URL:
    https://api.sodex.cloud/webhooks/dji/flighthub2

Media File Direct Transfer:

Paste the JSON below into the Storage Location field:

{
"access_key_id": "REDACTED",
"access_key_secret": "REDACTED",
"region": "eu-central-1",
"bucket": "sodex-dji",
"arn": "arn:aws:iam::559833620257:role/dji-flighthub2-role",
"role_session_name": "djiFlightHub2",
"provider": "aws"
}

4. Enable Media Transfer in DJI Flighthub Project

• Go to your DJI Flighthub Project Settings

• Enable Media Direct File Transfer

Enabled Media File Direct Transfer in DJI Flighthub Project

Once a flight completes, images will upload directly to SDX-Cloud, bypassing DJI storage. As soon as upload finishes, automatic processing begins using your project’s photogrammetry provider.

Common Issues or Tips

Optional: Manual Execution Mode

If you want to defer processing:

• Disable the DJI Dock in the project

• Flights will show as Pending Snapshots

• You can start processing manually later

⚠️ Known Issue: Virtual Cockpit Mode