About VIAVI Solutions
VIAVI Solutions is a global leader in network test, monitoring, and assurance solutions, serving sectors such as telecommunications, cloud, enterprises, military, aerospace, and more. They also specialize in light management technologies for various applications including 3D sensing and anti-counterfeiting.
About Inertial Labs
Inertial Labs, a VIAVI Solutions company, has over 20 years of experience in designing and manufacturing Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs), GPS-Aided Inertial Navigation Systems (INSs), and other sensor fusion products. Their solutions integrate data from multiple sources for applications in navigation, stabilization, and more.
Applications
The products are used in various sectors including aerospace, industrial, land, and maritime for navigation, stabilization, and dynamic positioning.
MEMS Accelerometers
Products like TAA-308, TAA-315, and TAA-340 offer different measurement ranges and specifications. They are designed for applications such as UAV and AUV/ROV navigation and control, platform orientation, and stabilization.
MEMS Gyroscopes
Products such as TAG-304, TAG-207, and TAG-307 provide high precision with different axis configurations and measurement ranges. They are suitable for guidance, navigation, and stabilization applications.
Inertial Measurement Units
The KERNEL-100 unit offers high accuracy in gyro and accelerometer measurements, suitable for precise navigation and control applications.
Overview: The document provides detailed specifications for various Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs) including models like KERNEL-110, KERNEL-120, KERNEL-201, and others. These units are used in applications such as autonomous vehicles, stabilization systems, and motion control sensors.
Specifications:- Gyro Bias in-run Stability (RMS): Ranges from 0.5º/h to 3º/h depending on the model.
- Gyro Noise (ARW): Varies from 0.025º/√h to 0.3º/√h.
- Accel Bias in-run Stability: Typically around 0.005 mg (RMS, 8g).
- Pitch & Roll Accuracy: Generally 0.05º (Static, RMS).
- Accel SF Accuracy (over temp. range): Ranges from 150 ppm to 500 ppm.
- Size and Weight: Sizes vary from 28.38 x 19.5 x 10.5 mm to 88.90 x 84.50 mm, with weights ranging from 10 g to 790 g.
Applications:- Autonomous Vehicles
- Line of Sight (LoS) Stabilization
- Micro-UAV Systems
- Anti-Roll Systems
- Gimbals and Motion Control Sensors
Key Models:- KERNEL-110/120: Suitable for autonomous vehicles and stabilization systems.
- KERNEL-201: Offers improved gyro bias stability and is used in guidance and navigation.
- IMU-P Tactical/Industrial: Designed for anti-roll systems and motion control.
- IMU-NAV-100/200: Used in navigation and motion analysis, especially in GPS-denied environments.
Attitude and Heading Reference Systems:- Heading Accuracy: 0.3° static / 0.6º dynamic.
- Pitch & Roll Accuracy: 0.05° static / 0.08º dynamic.
Overview: The document provides detailed specifications and comparisons of various Attitude and Heading Reference Systems (AHRS) and GPS-Aided Inertial Navigation Systems (INS). It includes information on accuracy, stability, size, weight, and applications for each system.
Attitude and Heading Reference Systems (AHRS):- AHRS-10B and AHRS-10P: Both systems offer a heading accuracy of 0.3° static and 0.6° dynamic, with pitch and roll accuracy of 0.05° static and 0.08° dynamic for AHRS-10B, and 0.03° static and 0.05° dynamic for AHRS-10P. They feature gyroscopes with 2º/h and 1º/h bias in-run stability respectively, and accelerometers with 0.01mg and 0.005mg bias in-run stability. Both have an embedded fluxgate magnetic compass, size of 90 × 27 × 26 mm, and weights of 77 g and 84 g respectively.
- AHRS-II-P: Offers similar heading accuracy to the AHRS-10 series but with improved pitch and roll accuracy of 0.03° static and 0.05° dynamic. It shares the same gyroscope and accelerometer specifications as AHRS-10P, with a larger size of 120 x 50 x 53 mm and a weight of 280 g.
- miniAHRS: Provides the same heading and pitch & roll accuracy as AHRS-10B, with a smaller size of 53 × 19 × 13 mm and a weight of 20 g.
- OptoAHRS-II: Features superior heading accuracy of <0.2° static and pitch & roll accuracy of 0.05° static. It includes a MEMS tactical-grade IMU and a single or dual day/night infrared camera option. The system is larger and heavier, measuring 172.2 × 80.5 × 55 mm and weighing 784 g.
GPS-Aided Inertial Navigation Systems (INS):- Cheetah Nav: Offers heading accuracy of 3 MIL (INS-B) and 1 MIL (INS-D), with position accuracy of 1 cm (RTK), 2.5 cm (PPP), and 60 cm (SBAS). It supports multiple GNSS constellations and correction methods, with an optional external magnetic compass.
- INS-U: Provides heading accuracy of 0.6° static and 0.3° dynamic, with position accuracy of 1 cm (RTK). It includes a MEMS IMU and an embedded mini-fluxgate magnetometer, with a compact size of 82 x 40 x 26 mm and a weight of 200 g.
- INS-D, INS-DU, INS-DL: These systems offer varying heading accuracies based on baseline distances, with position accuracy of 1 cm (RTK) and 60 cm (SBAS). They support multiple GNSS constellations and correction methods, with optional external magnetic compasses.
- INS-P, INS-B, INS-BU: These systems provide different static and dynamic heading accuracies, with position accuracy of 1 cm (RTK) and 2.5 cm (PPP). They include MEMS tactical-grade IMUs and optional external magnetic compasses.
Applications: The systems are used in various applications such as industrial platform stabilization, tactical pointing, dynamic motion control, fire control for artillery, UAV antenna pointing, and simulation & training of indirect fire control.
Overview: This document provides technical specifications for various GPS-aided inertial navigation systems (INS) and related components. It includes details on accuracy, GNSS constellations, corrections, IMU types, magnetometers, size, weight, and applications.
Specifications:- Heading Accuracy: Generally 0.08° for most systems, with variations depending on the baseline and system type.
- Position Accuracy: Typically 1 cm with RTK, and up to 40 cm with DGPS.
- Pitch & Roll Accuracy: Dynamic accuracy is around 0.01°.
- GNSS Constellations: Supported constellations include BDS, GAL, GLO, GPS, QZSS, and NavIC (IRNSS) for some systems.
- Corrections: Systems support DGPS, PPK, RTK, SBAS, and PPP corrections.
- IMU Types: Include MEMS, Tactical-grade, and FOG, with some systems offering optional configurations.
- Magnetometers: Options include embedded mini-fluxgate and external magnetic compasses.
- Size and Weight: Varies across systems, with sizes ranging from 82 x 40 x 26 mm to 322 x 233 x 50 mm and weights from 200 g to 4050 g.
Applications:- Systems are used in UAV flight control, land vehicle navigation, precision agriculture, heavy vehicle guidance, and GNSS-denied environments.
Additional Components:- Air Data Computer: Provides pressure sensor measurements with high accuracy and supports airspeed calculations.
- Antenna Systems: Include controlled reception pattern antennas with GNSS L1, L2, L5 bands and interference suppression capabilities.
Overview: This document provides detailed specifications and applications for various Motion Reference Units (MRUs) and Remote Sensing Payload Instruments. It covers their technical specifications, accuracy, and potential applications in different environments.
Motion Reference Units (MRUs):- Applications: These units are used in UGVs, land vehicles, UAVs, helicopters, and for navigation in GNSS-enabled and GNSS-denied environments. They are crucial for tactical navigation and medium accuracy gyrocompassing.
- Specifications: The MRUs are categorized into different models such as MRU-B1, MRU-B1.1, MRU-B2, MRU-E, MRU-P, MRU-PD, WS-E, and WS-PD. Each model has specific output signals, heave accuracy, pitch & roll accuracy, size, and weight.
- Key Features: The MRUs provide heave, surge, sway, pitch, roll, and heading data with varying degrees of accuracy. They are equipped with embedded fluxgate magnetometers or dual antenna GNSS systems for enhanced heading accuracy.
Railway Motion Control Unit (RMCU):- Specifications: The RMCU offers heading accuracy of 0.3º static and 0.6º dynamic, with pitch & roll accuracy of 0.05º static and 0.08º dynamic. It includes gyroscopes and accelerometers with high bias in-run stability.
- Applications: It is used for railway monitoring and navigation safety, complying with certifications like EN 45545, EN 50155, and EN 50011.
Remote Sensing Payload Instruments:- System Accuracy: These instruments achieve a maximum system accuracy of 1.5 cm to 2 cm, with data internal precision matching the system accuracy.
- Features: They include flex configuration, sensor expansion, real-time protocol, dual-antenna, MMS, SLAM, and onboard storage options. They are compatible with various laser scanners and RGB cameras.
- Applications: These instruments are used for remote sensing tasks such as wave energy analysis, ocean surge tracking, and dynamic positioning systems.
Specifications Overview:- Camera Models: The document lists several camera models including R1 61MP, Sony A5100 OEM 24MP, OEM 5MP, and a 5MP Global Shutter. An optional model, Sony ILX-LR1, is also mentioned.
- System Accuracy: The system accuracy varies across models, with values of 2 cm for most models and 1.5 cm for the 5MP Global Shutter.
- Data Internal Precision: Similar to system accuracy, the internal precision is 2 cm for most models, with the 5MP Global Shutter offering a precision of 0.5 cm.
Features and Configurations:- Flex Configuration: Available for certain models.
- Sensor Expansion: Supported.
- Real-time Protocol: Supported for specific models.
- Dual-Antenna: Available for certain models.
- MMS, SLAM, Backpack/Handheld Kit: These features are supported across various models.
- Onboard Storage (SSD): Available for select models.
- RESEPI SnapFit Interface: Supported for specific models.
Physical Specifications:- Weight: The weight of the devices ranges from 0.9 kg to 1.3 kg depending on the model.
Contact Information:- Address: 20098 Ashbrook Place, Ashburn, VA 20147, USA
- Website: www.inertiallabs.com
- Phone: +1 (703) 880-4222
Document Version: rev-1.2, dated May 8, 2025.