Manned aerial

surveying

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Precision georeferencing that’s good for business

For manned surveying missions to remain commercially competitive against unmanned missions, high-quality survey data is vital, as is a simple and efficient workflow for gathering and post-processing data. 

Direct georeferencing from the air

While the use of inertial navigation systems supported by GNSS signals is common in aviation and georeferencing, there is a wide range of different technologies available that offer varying balances of precision, robustness, and affordability. 

Manned Aerial Survey

The OXTS solution for manned aerial surveying

OXTS GNSS/INS devices enable you to create robust and highly accurate localisation solution for aerial LiDAR surveys, topographical mapping surveys, and more – without the need for GCPs or large sidelaps in your data. You can also improve the quality and speed of your post-processing workflow using our software, creating a commercially compelling aerial surveying localisation solution.

  • Smooth, high-quality PNT data from ITAR-free hardware
    Our GNSS/INS devices use careful calibration, sophisticated sensor fusion and an advanced navigation engine to deliver highly reliable data in a variety of environments, with form factors suitable for mounting on drones.
  • Mobile mapping-specific capabilities
    Unlock specific features in your GNSS/INS such as advanced gx/ix processing, external data logging, compatibility with our specialist georeferencing software, and PTP synchronisation.
  • Software to make your project easier
    As well as our free NAVsuite applications for configuring and monitoring your GNSS/INS, we have mapping-specific tools including OXTS Georeferencer and our boresight calibration tool.

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GNSS/INS features for aerial surveying

Aerial mapping surveys requires an additional level of precision, and the ability to georeference LiDAR data if you’re conducting a LiDAR survey. The following optional features are all included in the LiDAR mapping feature bundle: 

  • PTP and gPTP time synchronisation – Master and client functionality makes it easier to integrate your GNSS/INS into an existing payload.
  • External file logging – log data to an external storage device for longer missions.
  • OXTS Georeferencer – use Georeferencer to quickly and easily georeference your point cloud data, and to calibrate your LiDAR and GNSS/INS to improve point cloud quality.

Tools for your project

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OXTS Georeferencer

With OXTS Georeferencer you can quickly and easily combine localisation data from your GNSS/INS with raw LiDAR data to create georeferenced point clouds. You can also use our boresight calibration tool to precisely align your LiDAR and GNSS/INS for crystal clear point cloud data. 

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NAVsuite

  1. Configure your OXTS GNSS/INS. 
  1. Monitor the navigation data from your GNSS/INS in real time. 
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