UST Newsletter Edition 81

New Compact Inertial Measurement Unit Unveiled

Inertial Labs, Inc. ?has released the?KERNEL-201, the company’s newest member of its advanced miniature MEMS sensor-based Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) family.?

The KERNEL-201 is a compact, high-performance?IMU, offering exceptional accuracy and reliability in a tiny package.?Built with precision in mind, the KERNEL-201 features three-axis MEMS accelerometers and gyroscopes that deliver ultra-low noise, high bandwidth, and minimal latency.

This makes it ideal for applications like pointing, stabilization, and navigation in systems where performance and size matter. With a mere volume of 0.38 cubic inches, it boasts an outstanding size-to-performance ratio, offering a high dynamic range.?

"The KERNEL-201 delivers precision inertial measurements in a compact and rugged form, making it ideal for stationary and dynamic applications. With its cutting-edge MEMS sensors and robust construction, this IMU is unmatched in performance." - Jamie Marraccini , CEO at Inertial Labs.?

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PEM Fuel Cells in Unmanned Systems: Q&A with Intelligent Energy

Intelligent Energy is a pioneer in the development of PEM (proton exchange membrane) fuel cell technology for unmanned aerial systems (UAS).?

This innovative approach to drone power solutions has resulted in lightweight, power-dense UAV fuel cell modules that overcome traditional battery limitations, offering extended flight times and operational ranges while delivering clean DC power in a compact, rapidly refuelable package.

The company’s?IE-SOAR drone fuel cell power modules (FCPMs)?are specifically engineered for demanding commercial applications, making them ideal for BVLOS drone applications, from offshore inspection and search and rescue operations, to aerial photography, mapping, and precision agriculture.

In an exclusive Q&A, Tony Meadowcroft , Technical Lead for UAV products at Intelligent Energy, shares insights into the company’s fuel cell technology and its impact on the unmanned systems industry.

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Alva Industries to Present Thinnest & Lightest Precision Torque Motor

Alva Industries ?is set to demonstrate its new?SlimTorq? Series Lite & Max precision torque motors at SPS Tradeshow, 12-14 November in Nuremberg, Germany.

SlimTorq?is a range of slotless thin-section?motors?ideal for high-precision and high speed applications on land, sea, air and space. SlimTorq motors are manufactured by the company’s FiberPrinting? technology?which enables ironless and slotless motor windings with up to 60% copper fill factor, setting a new standard in precision, torque density and adaptability.

"Given the unique benefits of SlimTorq?, we have seen huge interest for the product line since we launched it earlier this month. We are excited to meet with all the advanced manufacturers at SPS looking to take their mechatronics, robotics and automation systems to the next level." - Nicolas Giraudo , CCO at Alva.?

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Inspection & Mapping Gimbal Released

Gremsy ?has launched its two-axis Pixy LR gimbal, a lightweight, high-performance solution purpose-built for Sony lLX-LR1 and specifically designed for inspection and mapping applications.

The two-axis Pixy LR gimbal offers an unobstructed view and versatile integration capabilities that unlock new possibilities for infrastructure inspections, industrial operations, and more.?

The two-axis Pixy LR’s innovative front-mounted, 2-axis gimbal design provides operators with an unobstructed field of view. This is a critical advantage for infrastructure inspection, enabling complete data capture from top to bottom and even challenging angles up to 120 degrees.?

This expansive range is particularly valuable when inspecting complex structures like bridges, cell towers, wind turbines, power lines, and industrial pipelines, where capturing data from below is essential.?

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Drone Flight Controller with Advanced Vibration Isolation System & Triple IMU Redundancy

Holybro ?recently launched the latest development in its advanced flight controllers, the?Pixhawk 6X Pro.

The Pixhawk 6X Pro is equipped with the high-performance ADIS16470 Industrial IMU, offering a high accelerometer dynamic range of ±40 g, making it ideal for accurate motion sensing UAV applications.

It features all-new advanced durable vibration isolation material, with a resonance frequency in the higher spectrum, ensuring optimal performance in industrial and commercial drone operations.

Powered by the high-performance STM32H753 Processor, the Pixhawk 6X Pro delivers exceptional processing capabilities, suited to professionals who require precision and reliability in their UAV systems.

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