LORD MicroStrain® Sensing Systems Introduces Cost-Effective Tactical-Grade GPS-Aided Inertial Navigation System
LORD Corporation MicroStrain® Sensing Systems – a global leader in developing embedded sensing systems for aerospace and industrial markets – has introduced its new tactical grade GPS-Aided Inertial Navigation System (GPS/INS): 3DM-RQ1™ -45.
Designed to meet DO-160, the 3DM-RQ1™ -45 provides cost-effective ruggedized airborne navigation with 5°/hour gyro bias stability. Additionally, the innovative MEMS architecture achieves tactical-grade performance with the smallest and lightest package in its class.
The new 3DM-RQ1™ -45 GPS/INS is built on the MIP™ protocol, LORD MicroStrain’s standard inertial data architecture. With MIP™ users access a robust communication standard that ensures efficient long-term development, maximum versatility, and full forward compatibility.
“The 3DM-RQ1™ -45’s unique combination of performance, size and affordability makes it ideal for primary and/or secondary navigation systems, platform stabilization, antenna pointing, or unmanned systems,” said Michael Robinson, Manager, Sensing Systems Sales for LORD MicroStrain. “High-performance MEMS combined with rigorous calibration and sophisticated onboard estimation filtering allows LORD MicroStrain to offer tactical capabilities to markets that demand precision, but are sensitive to additional weight and integration costs. The new 3DM-RQ1™ -45 achieves airborne ruggedness in a miniature package that is 23mm tall and weighs only 205 grams. We look forward to working with customers to implement this flexible sensing solution at the leading edge of unmanned applications.”
About LORD MicroStrain
LORD MicroStrain Sensing Systems is a value stream of LORD Corporation. LORD MicroStrain’s range of sensing solutions includes inertial measurement systems, micro-displacement transducers, wireless sensor networks and energy harvesting technologies. Solutions range from rapidly deployed test and measurement to long-term embedded health monitoring. Applications include structural health monitoring, condition-based maintenance, navigation and control, environmental monitoring, and rotating component health. Recognized as a leader in the sensor industry, LORD MicroStrain has received numerous product innovation awards. Visit http://www.microstrain.com for additional information.
About LORD Corporation
LORD Corporation is a diversified technology and manufacturing company developing highly reliable adhesives, coatings, motion management devices, and sensing technologies that significantly reduce risk and improve product performance. For nearly 90 years, LORD has worked in collaboration with our customers to provide innovative aerospace, defense, automotive and industrial solutions. With world headquarters in Cary, N.C. and 2012 revenues in excess of $860 million, LORD has more than 2,900 employees in 25 countries and operates 15 manufacturing facilities and nine R&D centers worldwide. LORD actively promotes STEM education and many other community engagement initiatives where we work and live. For more information, visithttp://www.lord.com.
