The July 2023 issue of GPS World magazine summarizes the latest products in GNSS and inertial positioning.
Firmware 7.09.00 with Precision Time Protocol (PTP) functionality allows users to synchronize precise GNSS time with other devices and sensors on a shared network. Firmware 7.09.00’s PTP functionality ensures stable synchronization of other user sensor systems connected via a local network for optimal support of positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT), as well as automotive and autonomous applications. The firmware includes enhancements to SPAN GNSS+INS technology, including an additional INS solution for built-in redundancy and reliability in challenging environments. The enhanced functionality is available on all OEM7 cards and enclosures, including all PwrPak7 and CPT7 enclosure variants. Firmware 7.09.00 also includes improved Time to First Fix, an additional SPAN solution for more accurate and reliable GNSS+INS data output, and more. Firmware 7.09.00 is not intended for precision agriculture applications and is not supported by NovAtel SMART antenna products. Hexagon | NovAtel, novatel.com
The AU-500 antenna is suitable for time synchronization applications. It supports all constellations in the L1 and L5 frequency bands, including GPS, QZSS, GLONASS, Galileo, Beidou and NavIC. Built-in interference filters eliminate interference caused by 4G/LTE mobile base stations in the range around 1.5 GHz and other radio waves that can negatively affect GNSS reception. The antenna is equipped with lightning protection and has a high-quality polymer radome to protect against snow accumulation. It is also waterproof and dustproof, and meets IP67 standards. The AU-500, when combined with the Furuno GT-100 GNSS receiver, provides optimal time accuracy and reliability in critical infrastructure. The antenna will be available this month. Furuno, Furuno.com
The NEO-F10T delivers nanosecond-level synchronization accuracy to meet the stringent timing requirements of 5G communications. It fits the u-blox NEO form factor (12.2 x 16 mm), enabling space-constrained designs without compromising on size. The NEO-F10T is the successor to the NEO-M8T module and provides an easy upgrade path for dual-frequency synchronization technology. This allows NEO-M8T users to achieve nanosecond-level synchronization accuracy and increased security. Dual-frequency technology mitigates ionospheric errors and significantly reduces timing errors without the need for external GNSS correction services. Additionally, when in a Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS) coverage area, the NEO-F10T can improve timing performance by taking advantage of the ionospheric corrections provided by the SBAS. The NEO-F10T supports all four GNSS configurations and L1/L5/E5a, simplifying global deployment. It includes advanced security features such as secure boot, secure interface, configuration locking and T-RAIM to ensure the highest level of synchronization integrity and guarantee reliable and uninterrupted service. u-blox, u-blox.com
The UM960 module can be used in various applications, such as robotic lawn mowers, deformation monitoring systems, drones, portable GIS, etc. It has a high positioning speed and provides accurate and reliable GNSS positioning data. The UM960 module supports BDS B1I/B2I/B3I/B1c/B2a, GPS L1/L2/L5, Galileo E1/E5b/E5a, GLONASS G1/G2, and QZSS L1/L2/L5. The module also has 1408 channels. In addition to its small size, the UM960 has low power consumption (less than 450 mW). The UM960 also supports single-point positioning and real-time kinematic (RTK) positioning data output at 20 Hz. Unicore Communications, unicore.eu
The system eliminates interference by using new beamforming technology. With an octa-channel CRPA antenna, the system ensures normal operation of the GNSS receiver in the presence of multiple sources of interference. Interference-resistant GNSS CRPA systems can be deployed in various configurations and used with civil and military GPS receivers on land, sea, air platforms (including unmanned aerial systems) and fixed installations. The device has a built-in GNSS receiver and supports all satellite constellations. The device is lightweight and compact. It requires minimal integration training and can be easily integrated into new or legacy platforms. The antenna also provides reliable positioning, navigation and synchronization. Tualcom, tualcom.com
KP Performance Antennas’ multi-band IoT combo antennas are designed to improve the connectivity of your fleet and base stations. The multi-band IoT combo antenna has dedicated ports for cellular, Wi-Fi, and GPS bands. They are also IP69K rated for indoor and outdoor use, allowing them to withstand harsh environmental conditions such as extreme temperatures, water, and dust. These antennas are suitable for emergency response on the road and in agriculture. The multi-band IoT combo antenna is in stock and available now. KP Performance Antennas, kp Performance.com
The PointPerfect PPP-RTK Enhanced Smart Antenna combines the ZED-F9R high-precision GNSS with the U-blox NEO-D9S L-band receiver and Tallysman Accutenna technology. Multi-band architecture (L1/L2 or L1/L5) eliminates ionospheric errors, multi-stage Enhanced XF filtering improves noise immunity, and dual-fed Accutenna elements are used to mitigate multipath interference rejection. Some versions of the new smart antenna solution include an IMU (for dead reckoning) and an integrated L-band correction receiver to enable operation beyond the coverage of terrestrial networks. Enhanced PointPerfect GNSS services are now available in parts of North America, Europe and the Asia Pacific region. Tallysman Wireless, Tallysman.com/u-blox, u-blox.com
The compact and lightweight VQ-580 II-S meets the growing demand for compact laser scanners for medium- and large-area mapping and corridor mapping. As the successor to the airborne VQ-580 II laser scanner, its maximum measurement range is 2.45 meters. It can be integrated with a gyro-stabilized bracket or integrated into the VQX-1 wing nacelle. It has a high-precision ranging function based on signal lidar technology. The VQ-580 II-S is also equipped with mechanical and electrical interfaces for inertial measurement unit (IMU)/GNSS integration. RIEGLUSA, rieglusa.com
The rugged RT5 tablet data collector and RTk5 GNSS solution combines the RT5 form factor with the dynamic performance of real-time GNSS for surveyors, engineers, GIS professionals, and users who require advanced GNSS positioning with RTK rover vehicles. The RT5 is designed for surveying, staking, construction planning, and GIS mapping and comes bundled with Carlson SurvPC, a Windows-based data collection program. The RT5 can work with Esri OEM SurvPC for use in the field. The RTk5 adds advanced GNSS solutions to the RT5, delivering accuracy in a compact, lightweight, and versatile package. Included is a dedicated stand and bracket, survey antenna, and small handheld helix antenna for portable GNSS. Carlson Software, carlsonsw.com
The Zenmuse L1 combines a Livox lidar module, a high-precision inertial measurement unit (IMU), and a 1-inch CMOS camera on a 3-axis stabilized gimbal. When used with the Matrice 300 Real-Time Kinematics (RTK) and DJI Terra, the L1 forms a complete solution that provides users with real-time 3D data, capturing the details of complex structures and delivering highly accurate reconstructed models. Users can use a combination of a high-precision IMU, vision sensors for positioning accuracy, and GNSS data to create centimeter-accurate reconstructions. The IP54 rating allows the L1 to operate in rainy or foggy conditions. The active scanning lidar module’s method allows users to fly at night. DJI Enterprise, Enterprise.dji.com
CityStream Live is a real-time mapping (RTM) platform that enables the mobility industry (including connected cars, maps, mobility services, digital twins, or smart city applications) to access a continuous stream of crowdsourced road data. The platform provides real-time data on virtually all U.S. roads at a low cost. CityStream Live uses crowdsourced networks and AI software to deliver real-time data streams to users and developers to improve situational awareness, enhance driving capabilities, enhance safety, and more. Combining massive data aggregation with real-time data management, CityStream Live is the first platform to deliver real-time road data streams at scale, supporting a variety of urban and highway use cases. Nexar, us.getnexar.com
The iCON GPS 160 is a versatile solution for a wide range of applications. It can be used as a base station, rover or for machine navigation. The device is an upgraded and expanded version of the successful Leica iCON GPS 60, which is already very popular on the market. The result is a smaller and more compact GNSS antenna with additional functionality and a large display for ease of use. The Leica iCON GPS 160 is particularly suitable for complex construction applications with varying GNSS requirements, as users can easily switch between different applications. In addition to slope, cut and fill inspection, point and line staking, users can benefit from using this solution for basic GNSS machine navigation. It features a built-in color display, user-friendly interface, intelligent setup wizards and intuitive construction-specific workflows that help contractors get the most out of their investment from day one. Reduced size and weight make the iCON gps 160 easy to use, while the latest GNSS and connectivity technologies improve data reception. Leica Geosystems, leica-geosystems.com
Designed specifically for commercial drone delivery applications, the PX-1 RTX provides precise, reliable positioning and heading. As drone delivery evolves, drone integrators can add precision positioning capabilities so operators can plan and execute takeoff, navigation, and landing missions for more complex operations. The PX-1 RTX uses CenterPoint RTX corrections and small, high-performance GNSS inertial hardware to provide real-time centimeter-level positioning and accurate true heading measurements based on inertial information. The solution allows operators to precisely control the drone during takeoff and landing to perform more complex operations in confined or partially obstructed spaces. It also minimizes operational risks caused by poor sensor performance or magnetic interference by providing greater positioning redundancy, which is especially important as commercial drone delivery operations operate in complex urban and suburban environments. Trimble Applanix, applanix.com
Business and government leaders, engineers, members of the media, and anyone interested in the future of flight can use Honeywell’s UAS and UAM Certification Guide to help understand and communicate the complexities of aircraft certification and operational approval across a variety of aircraft segments. Industry professionals can access the dynamic documentation online at aerospace.honeywell.com/us/en/products-and-services/industry/urban-air-mobility. The Certification Reference Guide summarizes evolving FAA and EU Aviation Safety Agency regulations across the advanced air mobility (AAM) market segments. It also provides links to documents that AAM professionals can refer to to better understand the detailed certification requirements. Honeywell Aerospace, aerospace.honeywell.com
Delivery drones are suitable for aerial photography and mapping, drone inspection, forestry services, search and rescue, water sampling, marine distribution, mining, etc.
The RDSX Pelican features a hybrid vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) airframe with no control surfaces, combining the reliability and flight stability of a multi-rotor platform with the extended range of a fixed-wing aircraft. The Pelican’s rugged design, with no ailerons, elevators or rudders, eliminates common points of failure and increases time between overhauls. The Pelican is designed to meet the Federal Aviation Administration’s Part 107 55-pound takeoff weight limit and can carry a 11-pound payload on a 25-mile roundtrip flight. The Pelican can be optimized for longer-range operations or for high-altitude payload delivery using the company’s RDS2 drone delivery winch. Available in a variety of configurations, the RDSX Pelican can be tailored to meet a variety of mission needs. The Pelican can be delivered from high altitudes, keeping the spinning propellers away from people and property, alleviating consumer concerns about the privacy of low-flying drones while eliminating nuisance rotor noise. Or, for missions where the drone can land safely at its destination, a simple servo release mechanism can free up the payload and expand the Pelican’s carrying capacity. A2Z Drone Delivery, a2zdronedelivery.com
The Trinity Pro UAV is equipped with a Quantum-Skynode autopilot and uses a Linux mission computer. This provides additional on-board processing power, more internal memory, versatility and compatibility. The Trinity Pro system includes QBase 3D operating software. Since the Trinity Pro is built on the Trinity F90+ UAV, new capabilities include mission planning capabilities for missions that require takeoff and landing in different locations, allowing for efficient and safe long-range flight and beyond-visual-line-of-sight operations. The platform also includes advanced self-diagnostic capabilities to ensure safe operation. The UAV now includes an advanced terrain following system. In addition, improvements in trigger point calculation improve image overlap and improve data quality. The Trinity Pro features automatic wind simulation to avoid crashes in bad weather and provides a linear approach. The UAV is equipped with a downward-facing lidar scanner that provides high-precision ground avoidance and landing control. The system is equipped with a USB-C port for faster data transfer. Trinity Pro is dustproof and waterproof, with a wind speed limit of 14 m/s in cruise mode and a wind speed limit of 11 m/s in hover mode. Quantum Systems, Quantum-systems.com
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Post time: Dec-16-2024