[Case Study] Measurement using a Drone - Gyro Acceleration
With the evolution of drones, it has become possible to equip them with measuring instruments, and application examples are rapidly expanding.
*Measuring Instruments and Drones In recent years, we have often heard about application cases where large drones are desired to be equipped with measuring instruments. Large drones refer to those with a body weight of 1 kg or more, produced for industrial purposes, and their main applications include pesticide spraying, aerial photography, logistics delivery, disaster relief, equipment inspection, and entertainment. The most commonly equipped measuring instruments are temperature and humidity sensors/loggers, followed by gyro acceleration sensors/loggers. This time, I would like to introduce the applications of the gyro acceleration logger [x-IMU3] and the potential future uses that can be expected in various scenarios. ▽ ▽ ▽
basic information
● Wireless Gyro Accelerometer Inertial Unit In addition to the gyro sensor, it includes two types of accelerometers (low G (±24g) and high G (±200g)), ensuring that it captures everything from micro-vibrations to large vibrations. Furthermore, measurements can now be taken at 3200Hz! Wireless communication via open Wi-Fi is possible, allowing for remote start/stop of measurements at the necessary timing. Among the displayable graphs, there is also a 3D view, enabling real-time visual confirmation of movements. *For more details, please download the catalog or contact us.*
Price information
*Open price due to overseas imported products.
Price range
P3
Delivery Time
P3
Model number/Brand name
ｘ-IMU3
Applications/Examples of results
■Example 1: Determining Efficient Flight Routes Large drones tend to be expensive due to their performance requirements, and their operating costs are generally higher compared to smaller drones. Therefore, to use large drones efficiently, it is crucial not only to acquire piloting skills but also to establish the shortest route. To achieve this, a gyro accelerometer logger is mounted to record the flight data as coordinates and establish the route. One of the significant advantages of our x-IMU3 is that it is wireless, allowing data collection while the drone is actually in flight. ■Example 2: Current Condition Survey in Inaccessible Areas There are areas and locations, such as the interiors of factory chimneys, the exteriors of high-rise buildings, and the insides of drainage pipes, that are not easily accessible to people. However, it is necessary to investigate whether there is any damage to the equipment or if aging is progressing, which is often not done as desired. In such cases, by equipping a drone with the x-IMU3 and conducting surveys with multiple measurement items, efficient data collection can be achieved.
