The sensor helps robots, drones, and machines track movement. It is easy to use and works in many conditions.
Xsens has launched the Xsens Avior, a compact and lightweight inertial measurement unit (IMU) designed for use in a wide range of industrial and commercial systems. With a small footprint of 36.8mm x 40mm, Avior is suited for high-volume manufacturing. It uses a vertical 10×2-pin socket connector for easy board mounting and can be installed in any orientation across all three axes.
Avior simplifies integration with support for UART, CAN, SPI, and I²C interfaces, and also enables RS232 and RS422 connections through a development kit or external transceiver. It features new-generation sensing components and advanced analog filtering, which improve stability and reduce noise. Compared to earlier versions, the Avior offers better accuracy—1° RMS for heading and 0.2° RMS for roll and pitch. Its gyroscope in-run bias stability is 8°/hr, and the accelerometer achieves 15μg in-run bias stability.
Weighing just 35.2g, the Xsens Avior comes in a durable aluminum housing with an IP51 rating and operates in temperatures from -40°C to 85°C. Its small size, low weight, strong build, and high performance make it a good fit for many applications, including:
- Camera and payload stabilization systems, including SATCOM-on-the-Move (SOTM) devices
- Marine equipment such as ROVs, AUVs, and sensor buoys
- Mobile and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs)
- Drones and tools for 3D mapping and surveying
- Humanoid robotics
- Industrial control systems and embedded motion applications
Martina Ravizza, Product Manager at Xsens, said: “The Xsens Avior gives engineers a flexible, robust, and developer-friendly inertial sensing solution which is ready to scale. Whether an engineer is building a robotic system, autonomous vehicle, stabilized platform, or a smart mobility solution, Xsens Avior is a perfect fit for their design requirements.”
