The xNAV650 is one of OxTS’ smallest and lightest Inertial Navigation Systems (INS). The device makes use of cutting edge GNSS and IMU technology, to deliver the precision and reliability OxTS’ customers have come to expect – ideal for SWaP constrained applications.
Despite combining the latest MEMS inertial sensor technology with survey-grade GNSS receivers, the xNAV650 INS is also our most competitively priced INS to date.
The xNAV650 provides surveyors with reliable and precise navigation data – even when budgets are limited – Request a quote
“We have been really impressed with the results we have seen from the xNAV650. Our tests required highly accurate position and inertial measurements, and in environments where we have had to be really conscious of payload weight”
David Constantin, Managing Partner, Dronezone srl.
Small form factor, incredible accuracy
- Measuring only 77 x 63 x 24 mm the xNAV650 is our smallest INS to date. Its small form factor is ideal for any application where space is limited making it ideal for UAV-based mapping.
- When weight is a factor look no further than the xNAV650 INS. Weighing just 130 g, the xNAV650 is the ideal partner when precision is crucial, but the payload needs to be as light as possible. A lighter payload and lower power consumption means longer flight times for UAVs.
- Quad constellation (GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou and Galileo) as standard means that users of the xNAV650 INS can benefit from 2 cm position accuracy even in the most challenging GNSS environments.
Simple set-up, easy to use software
- The xNAV650 INS benefits from optional Precision Time Protocol (PTP) time stamping functionality. All xNAV650 INS devices have the option to utilise PTP when synchronising time with LiDAR and other sensors that also utilise the feature. PTP allows for a much simpler set-up over ethernet, providing surveyors with the ability to get up and running quickly.
- OxTS’ gx/ix tight-coupling technology ensures that users of OxTS inertial navigation systems receive the most accurate measurements possible even in tough GNSS conditions such as urban canyons.
- OxTS Georeferencer allows users of OxTS’ inertial navigation systems to georeference pointclouds from almost any LiDAR sensor. By combining OxTS INS data with raw LiDAR data using OxTS Georeferencer, users can increase the quality of their pointclouds, decrease the time to survey, intelligently analyse data and improve project ROI.
Case Studies and Solution Briefs
Case Study: Southern Cross University
Southern Cross University (SCU) is involved in a project to protect the Great Barrier Reef from the possible effects of climate change.
Part of the Cooling and Shading sub-program of the Reef Restoration and Adaption Program, SCU needed to measure wind speed from a moving platform. To do this accurately they had to combine the measurements from a sonic anemometer and IMU.
This case study details how OxTS were able to help.
Case Study: Ordnance Survey
Ordnance Survey were in need of a quicker, scalable and more cost effective way to collect georeferenced pointcloud data.
They engaged with OxTS and local channel partner Datron Technology to understand what was achievable. As a result they were able to create highly accurate pointclouds and reduce costs all whilst improving the efficiency of their mobile mapping operations.
This case study details how they did it.
Case Study: Dronezone srl.
OxTS Partner Dronezone Srl. were tasked with scanning an ageing railway bridge to identify potential weaknesses in its structure.
Once they made the decision to survey the bridge using a UAV, there were a number of challenges they faced, specifically around payload weight, flight time, data processing, pointcloud accuracy and more.
This case study details how they overcame them.
Case Study: Panpro Team
Panpro wanted to improve road safety by leveraging powerful integration of LiDAR with accurate georeferencing tools.
Using the OxTS’ xNAV650 INS alongside OxTS Georeferencer, Panpro were able to use LiDAR technology to provide clients with highly accurate driver sight distances on dangerous road networks in Serbia.
Read the case study to learn how they did it.
Land-based LiDAR Mapping
When architecting your own mobile mapping vehicle, possibly the most important aspect to get right is your source of localisation. It must enable you to accurately georeference your sensor data to a physical place on Earth.
This solution brief steps through the aspects that we recommend our customers consider when deciding on the source of localisation for their mobile mapping vehicles.
Open-road Vehicle Testing
Accurate groundtruth reference data needs a robust localisation solution; a tool that records the position, orientation and dynamics of your vehicle at anytime, anywhere.
This solution brief steps through the aspects that we recommend our customers consider when deciding on their source of localisation for open-road vehicle testing.
Webinar: The xNAV650 is here - Learn more about our smallest and lightest INS yet!
The xNAV650 is our smallest and lightest Inertial Navigation System to date!
Despite weighing just 130 g and measuring only 77 x 63 x 22 mm, the xNAV650 combines the latest cutting edge IMU and GNSS technology, and has been designed for use in multiple applications where size, weight and power are critical considerations, but accuracy is still essential.
On Thursday, 22nd April we presented a webinar introducing our latest INS. During the session we covered several key topics including:
- The accuracy and key features of the xNAV650
- Applications for which the xNAV650 can be used
- OxTS complimentary technology (PPK post-processing and more)
If you missed the webinar you can watch it back here…
Complimentary software with every xNAV650!
As an add-value, with every INS purchased from OxTS, you will receive our NAVsuite software free of charge.
NAVsuite is a complimentary addition to OxTS’ range of Inertial Navigation Systems. The tools allow users of OxTS devices to configure and post-process their data with ease.
Included with NAVsuite is a full array of software products including:
- NAVconfig – NAVconfig is OxTS’ universal configuration tool for OxTS devices.
- NAVdisplay – NAVdisplay allows you to monitor your navigation data in real-time.
- NAVsolve – NAVsolve is our powerful post-processing application.
- NAVgraph – Plot, analyse and export your navigation data after your survey with NAVgraph.
Contact us for more information
If you would like to learn more about the xNAV650 INS, contact us here and we will be happy to discuss your project.
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