Advanced Navigation launches mini sized inertial navigation

Navigation and autonomy developer Advanced Navigation has announced the expansion of its Certus inertial navigation systems range, with a new Mini series.

Available in three variants, the Certus Mini series includes a GNSS-aided Certus Mini D and Certus Mini N inertial navigation system (INS), while Certus Mini A functions as an attitude and heading reference system (AHRS) (pictured).

Weighing no more than 55 grams, the series packs an impressive punch in performance and cost-efficiency, defying expectations for its weight and size, according to the company.

Advanced Navigation CEO Chris Shaw said: “Manufacturers and system integrators often face trade-offs between performance, size, cost and weight – the Certus Mini series is a testament these attributes do not need to conflict with one another.

“For customers deploying land-based vehicles, this value-driven breakthrough lowers their entry barrier to precise and reliable navigation.

“It also unlocks new possibilities for those using lightweight airborne platforms, such as drones, where every gram counts towards flight efficiency and power consumption.”

Shaw said the new devices were easily integrated into existing and new system builds with simple plug-and-play connectivity, minimising development time and costs.

“This adaptability, paired with its performance and size, makes the Mini series a powerful addition to the already versatile Certus range.”

The Mini series feature:

• Dual-antenna INS – the Certus Mini D features dual-antenna GNSS heading, delivering accuracy in heading, position and velocity
• Multiband GNSS receiver – by operating on the L1/L5 multi-constellation GNSS, the Certus Mini series offers leading capabilities in interference immunity, position accuracy and multipath resistance in urban environments
• And software-enabled hardware – the series houses Advanced Navigation’s algorithmic technology.

Picture: Advanced Navigation