Get Sirius about 3D Inertial Sensing in the Most Challenging Environments

The world is rapidly moving towards automation, with more and more autonomous vehicles and robots being used in across industries. As these machines look to venture deeper in harsher environments, from the depths of the ocean to the rugged terrain of construction sites, they need accurate and reliable sensors that can withstand even the harshest conditions.  This is where Xsens Sirius comes in.    

The Xsens Sirius is a new, high-end industrial-grade inertial sensor designed to deliver precise 3D orientation data in real-time, even in the most challenging environments, be it land air or (sub)sea This next-generation sensor builds upon the success of Movella's well-known Xsens MTi 100-Series.

Sirius Series: Enabling true autonomy in harsh conditions

The Sirius Series boasts an array of cutting-edge features, including:

Robust accuracy: Thanks to its dual-processor design, Xsens Sirius delivers accurate orientation data, ensuring reliable navigation in any environment.   

Vibration and shock resistance: The sensor is designed to withstand extreme vibration and shock without compromising accuracy.  This is achieved through an advanced signal pipeline with analog filtering.    

Rugged & reliable: Xsens Sirius is built to last. It has a rugged IP68 housing, meaning it's completely protected from dust and can be submerged in water.  It can also withstand extreme temperatures, humidity, salt spray, sand, and electromagnetic interference.

Easy-to-integrate: Xsens Sirius is designed for easy integration into your existing systems.  It comes with a comprehensive software suite, a user-friendly SDK, and is backed by a strong partner network that includes NVIDIA, HESAI, ROS, and Matlab.    

Magnetic Immunity: Advanced magnetic models provide exceptional resistance against magnetic disturbances.   

Xsens Sirius is geared for a wide range of applications, including:

Marine: Deployed on surface vessels and sub-surface robotics, such as remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) and autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) for precise navigation or stabilization, providing them with reliable heading- and roll/pitch data or support bathymetry mapping. 

Land based Mobile Robotics: Enabling precise navigation for diverse robotic applications, including indoor mobile robots (AMRs/AGVs) operating in dynamic environments and Outdoor Mobile Robots navigating through rough terrain. 

Precision Agriculture: Delivering accurate 3D orientation data for navigating and controlling autonomous agriculture machinery and smaller mobile robotics.

3D Digital Mapping and Surveying: Supporting high-fidelity data capture and georeferencing for aerial, terrestrial, and subsea bathymetry mapping, enabling the creation of accurate and detailed maps and 3D models with e.g. Sonar, LIDAR and camera systems.

Market Growth and Demand

The increasing need for robust, industrial-grade inertial sensors like Xsens Sirius is reflected in recent market analysis. This year’s High-end Inertial Sensors report by Yole Intelligence highlights the growing demand for IMUs in applications such as remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs), and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs and AGVs). These applications require high performance and vibration immunity, creating a significant market for high-end inertial sensors. In 2023 alone, this market generated $86 million, and it is projected to reach almost $100 million by 2029, with a steady annual growth rate of 3% (CAGR). 

With its combination of accuracy, reliability, and durability, Xsens Sirius is set to become the go-to choice for engineers and developers working on autonomous applications in challenging environments. It's a powerful tool that can help push the boundaries of what's possible in the world of automation. To learn more about the Xsens Sirius series, please visit the website.