Dual-Source Positioning Fusion
Combines RTK, LiDAR SLAM and IMU for continuous pose output under changing environmental conditions.
INTELLIGENT NAVIGATION & EMBEDDED SENSING
INES Onboard Navigation Module
Add Positioning, Navigation and Mission Execution for Complex Spaces
Combining RTK satellite positioning, LiDAR SLAM and inertial data, INES provides continuous positioning, KML route execution and gimbal-camera coordination for drone inspection across open, under-bridge and confined environments.
5–10 cmTypical SLAM Positioning AccuracyApprox. 250 gVaries slightly by aircraft integrationApprox. 10 × 7 × 5 cmReference dimensions; vary slightly by aircraft
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Integrate Multi-Source Positioning, Flight Control and Inspection Actions in One Onboard Module
INES connects LiDAR, RTK, IMU, flight control and gimbal cameras, performing positioning fusion, route tracking, mission scheduling and device coordination onboard. It is not a standalone locator, but an onboard control node linking route planning, aircraft execution and inspection acquisition.
KML Route Execution
Parses standard KML missions and executes route tracking and predefined waypoint actions onboard.
Gimbal-Camera Coordination
Coordinates aircraft attitude, gimbal angle, camera parameters and photo/video actions.
Multi-Platform Integration
Configures and installs hardware/software according to aircraft, flight controller, LiDAR and payload interfaces.
Maintain an Alternative Positioning Source as Satellite Conditions Change
INES monitors RTK and LiDAR-SLAM quality and uses IMU data for pose continuity. Positioning-source selection and switching must be configured and validated for the environment, map and aircraft.
RTK Satellite Positioning
Provides a centimeter-level position reference in open environments with a valid correction link.
Positioning Fusion Engine
Outputs continuous pose through quality assessment, pose continuity and IMU data.
IMULiDAR SLAM Positioning
Uses point-cloud maps for positioning in integrated GNSS-denied scenarios.
5–10 cm is a typical LiDAR-SLAM positioning accuracy. Accuracy and stability depend on LiDAR type, map quality, structural features, flight speed, installation calibration and environmental conditions.
KML MISSION EXECUTION
Let Route Files Describe Both Where to Fly and What to Do on Arrival
Waypoints and actions are planned in ARP and exported as KML, then dispatched to INES through AGS or another mission entry point. The onboard engine parses, validates and executes route tracking, yaw modes and ordered actions.
ARP Planning→AGS Dispatch→INES Execution→Status Feedback
One-touch mission execution does not remove operator supervision. Takeoff, return, exception handling and manual takeover must comply with aircraft, airspace, site safety rules and project manuals.
Cruise and Hover
Tracks the route in waypoint order and dwells at designated positions.
Aircraft and Gimbal Rotation
Adjusts aircraft heading and gimbal pitch/roll as defined by the mission.
Camera Parameter Settings
Configures exposure, focal length, resolution and other parameters for integrated payloads and interfaces.
Photo and Video
Supports single, hover and distance-interval photos plus timed or continuous video.
Coordinate Aircraft Attitude, Gimbal Angle and Imaging in One Mission
For integrated gimbal cameras, INES controls photography, video, gimbal angle and selected camera parameters through waypoint actions.
Viewpoint Control
Combines aircraft yaw with gimbal pitch and roll to adjust target viewing direction.
Acquisition Trigger
Executes single, hover or distance-interval photos and timed or continuous video as defined.
Parameter Coordination
Configures exposure, focal length, resolution and other imaging parameters supported by the payload interface.
Repeat Missions
Reuses route and action configurations to provide a consistent basis for longitudinal data comparison.
TASK MANAGEMENT
Resume from an Appropriate Position after Mission Interruption
INES records waypoint indices, executed actions and mission status, supporting resume, selected-waypoint start and segmented execution for battery changes, reshoots and focused reinspection.
- Record Waypoint and Action Status
- Resume from an Interruption or Selected Waypoint
- Segment Long Routes
- Return Position, Attitude, Positioning Source and Camera Status
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RESUME FROM WAYPOINT 05Interruption and recovery conditions are defined by project software and field proceduresLIGHTWEIGHT FORM FACTOR
Approx. 10 × 7 × 5 cm Reference Envelope, with Variation for Different Aircraft
The module reference dimensions are approximately 10 × 7 × 5 cm and its weight is approximately 250 g. LiDAR, interface adapters, cooling and mounting structures cause slight variation across aircraft integrations.
≈100 mmReference Length≈70 mmReference Width≈50 mmReference Height≈250 gReference weight; varies slightly by aircraft
Aircraft, Flight Controller, LiDAR and Ground-Station Integration Requires Full Interface-Chain Confirmation
DJI PSDK, PX4 and different aircraft and LiDAR platforms can be integrated by project; actual support depends on interface versions, firmware and system commissioning.
Aircraft Platform
Integrated according to payload, power, payload interface, flight-control protocol and mechanical installation.
LiDAR and RTK
Different LiDARs can be combined with RTK and IMU for positioning input, with the configuration defined by project.
Gimbal and Camera
Gimbal angle, imaging and parameter-control scope are determined by the payload SDK and control interface.
ARP / AGS
ARP plans waypoints and actions and outputs KML; AGS dispatches missions, monitors status and supports manual intervention.
Clear Roles for Planning, Onboard Execution, Controller Monitoring and Result Management
As the onboard execution node in three industry workflows, INES connects dedicated mission software and result processes for bridge components, wind-turbine blades and confined spaces.
Bridge Inspection
For piers, bridge undersides, bearings and other components, this workflow connects component-level route planning, continuous under-bridge positioning, field monitoring and defect-result management.
Connect positioning, flight control and mission actions to execute routes onboard.
Wind-Turbine Inspection
For wind-turbine blade inspection, this workflow organizes missions by turbine and blade parameters and connects onboard execution, dynamic monitoring, blade-level result organization and defect review.
Coordinate onboard generation and execution of an inspection mission adapted to the current turbine.
Confined-Space Inspection
For GNSS-denied tunnels, industrial plants, culverts and enclosed warehouses, this workflow connects point-cloud route planning, onboard positioning and execution, field monitoring and result delivery.
Maintain positioning against the point-cloud map and execute the mission onboard.
Organize inspection data, anomaly review and deliverables by project.
Move from Open Areas into Under-Bridge, Tunnel and Indoor Environments
Different scenarios require different positioning sources, map preparation, sensing configurations and safety strategies and must be validated separately.
BRIDGEINDUSTRIAL
Bridge Inspection
Bridges different satellite-signal conditions above and below the deck for close-range missions.
INDOORConfined-Space Inspection
Executes planned routes in tunnels, plants and similar environments using LiDAR-SLAM maps.
WINDWind-Turbine Inspection
Organizes blade acquisition using integrated aircraft, positioning and gimbal-camera actions.
Industrial-Facility Inspection
Provides project-specific positioning and mission configuration for equipment rooms, warehouses and energy facilities.
NAVIGATE BEYOND GNSS
Contact the Product Team ↗Form a Complete Onboard Chain across Aircraft, Positioning, Routes and Inspection Actions
Provide aircraft model, sensor configuration, operating space and mission requirements, and we will help confirm the INES version and integration plan.