Precision landing
Positioning relative to a marked landing pad when returning or completing a flight.
ITILaboratory / UAV Visual Navigation
TARGETING
A UAV guidance concept for civilian applications: visual landmarks, controlled approach and precision landing.
Visual navigationOnboard computingModular approach
From landmark to landing
Visual navigation onboard
TARGETING is a cross-platform system concept for civilian unmanned aerial vehicles. Its development focus is using camera imagery to work with visual landmarks and support the final stage of navigation.
The concept centres on modular software for Raspberry Pi and other single-board computers. Each configuration depends on the camera, available computing resources and project requirements.
Civilian scenarios
Areas of application
Scenarios to explore and validate during development.
Visual landmarks
Observing designated landmarks for infrastructure inspection and research flights.
Research platforms
Evaluating computer vision components on educational test benches and civilian robotic platforms.
Cross-platform approach
Raspberry Pi and other microcomputers
Platforms under consideration for adaptation. Compatibility with specific models and peripherals requires validation.
Raspberry Pi
A starting point for prototyping with a single-board computer, camera and Linux.
Other ARM platforms
Adaptation to other single-board computers will depend on camera drivers, the operating system and available resources.
x86-64 computers
A development path for recorded-data analysis and bench testing before moving to onboard hardware.
Validated devices, supported operating systems and performance specifications will be published after testing.
From concept to a validated configuration
Integration for your project
Defining the civilian use case, selecting hardware, bench testing and documenting results form the basis of each configuration.
Application scenarioCamera and platformBench testingValidated compatibility
Let’s discuss TARGETING
Tell us about your civilian application, chosen platform and integration requirements.
ITILaboratory / INS-GNSS Navigation
AINSGS2
A high-precision inertial-satellite navigation system for autonomous, transport, aviation, marine and special platforms.
8 IMU1000 Hz INS9-36 V DC
Purpose
Navigation, control and telemetry in one device
AINSGS2 combines synchronized IMUs, GNSS, barometer, magnetometer, EKF filtering, service telemetry and a web interface. The system remains operational under vibration, high dynamic loads and temporary GNSS loss.
Key advantages
Architecture for mission-critical platforms
Measurement redundancy
8 synchronized IMUs improve motion estimation and reduce the effect of individual channel failures.
INS/GNSS Fusion
EKF filtering, Dead Reckoning and modern GNSS support for stable navigation.
Fast telemetry
INS update rate up to 1000 Hz for dynamic platforms, autopilots and control loops.
Industrial interfaces
Ethernet, CAN FD, UART, SPI, I2C and PPS for system integration.
Web monitoring
Configuration, diagnostics, calibration and parameter control through Web UI.
Data protection
Safe Save on power loss, state control and protection of critical settings.
Applications
Platform for air, ground and marine carriers
UAV and UAS
Ground platforms
Surface vessels
Submersibles
Autonomous platforms
Mobile mapping
Civil aviation
Military aviationTechnical specifications
Core AINSGS2 parameters
| Processor | STM32H755ZI, Cortex-M7 + Cortex-M4 |
|---|---|
| IMU | 8 x TDK ICM-45686, 6-axis |
| Accelerometer | ±2 g ... ±32 g |
| Gyroscope | up to ±4000 °/s |
| INS rate | up to 1000 Hz |
| GNSS | u-blox M10, GPS/Galileo/BeiDou/GLONASS/QZSS/SBAS |
| Sensors | RM3100 magnetometer, SPL06-001 barometer |
| Interfaces | Ethernet, CAN FD, UART, SPI, I2C, PPS |
| Power | 9-36 V DC |
| Temperature | -40 ... +85 °C |
| Size | 120 x 90 x 45 mm, mass up to 450 g |
Comparison
AINSGS2 among comparable navigation systems
| System | Class | IMU | INS rate, Hz | Navigation during GNSS loss |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pixhawk Cube Orange | AHRS/GNSS | 1 | 400 | up to 10-30 s |
| VectorNav VN-100 | Tactical AHRS | 1 | 1000 | up to 1-5 min |
| VectorNav VN-300 | INS/GNSS | 1 | 1000 | up to 30 min |
| SBG Ellipse-N | INS/GNSS | 2-4 | 200 | up to 60 min* |
| Advanced Navigation Spatial | INS/GNSS | 2-4 | 200 | up to 60 min* |
| AINSGS2 | INS/GNSS | 8 | 1000 | up to 2 h+ |
* Values depend on operating conditions and system configuration.
Interfaces
Connection to control and diagnostic systems
Ethernet
Web UI, API, firmware update and fast service access.
CAN FD
Data exchange with autopilot, controller or vehicle system.
UART
GNSS MSP, service telemetry and integration channels.
PPS IN/OUT
Synchronization of sensors, external systems and timestamps.
Reliability
Operation in demanding conditions
AINSGS2 is built for systems where data stability, state control and predictable integration are critical. Special versions can be configured for high loads, high-altitude use and autonomous navigation.
Safe SaveDead ReckoningRTK readyPPS sync
Contacts
We will prepare a configuration for your platform
Describe the carrier, interfaces, data rate, operating environment and navigation requirements.