At a glance: Point One is proud to introduce the Atlas Duo INS, a rugged and cost-effective absolute positioning inertial navigation system delivering high-performance location and orientation for teams who want to prototype and deploy fast. The secret to its power? Multifrequency dual-antenna GNSS, an automotive-grade IMU, and seamless integration with Point One’s industry-leading Polaris RTK correction service, all within a tightly-coupled, user-friendly, and robust chassis that is IP67 dust and water-resistant rated.
Dead reckoning for early product journeys
For companies navigating the complexities of product development requiring high-precision dead reckoning, getting to market quickly and validating design is paramount. Point One understands these challenges intimately, which is why Point One has developed the Atlas Duo INS: an industrial-grade INS. The Atlas Duo INS acts as a hardware accelerator, reducing your development cycles. More than a localization component, the Atlas Duo is a direct result of deep expertise in precision location, built in-house with the express purpose of helping your product’s journey from concept to reality. The Atlas Duo is designed to be the foundational location tool you need in the early stages of development, enabling rapid prototyping and rigorous testing with hardware that mirrors the robust demands of industrial applications, without the prohibitive cost or lead times of alternative solutions.
Our engineers have seen firsthand how critical a reliable and readily available INS solution is during the initial phases of product creation. The Atlas Duo INS allows customers to quickly integrate precision location capabilities into their prototypes, ensuring that their systems are built on a solid, high-performance foundation. This eliminates the need to source expensive, over-engineered solutions for early-stage development or contend with long waitlists for industrial-grade hardware. With the Atlas Duo, you gain immediate access to a powerful localization tool.
Precision navigation for a rugged world
You may be familiar with the challenges of achieving reliable and accurate navigation in harsh environments. Traditional INS systems often come with a hefty price tag and complex integration requirements. But what if you could have high-performance positioning and orientation in a robust, weather-proof package? That’s what Point One delivers with the Atlas Duo. Point One has engineered a system that not only delivers exceptional accuracy but also simplifies integration and operation for a diverse range of industries operating in demanding conditions and remote locations. So, how does leveraging advanced GNSS technology and intelligent design provide customers with centimeter-level location and orientation, no matter how tough the environment?
Atlas Duo: Precision and robustness to stay found
The Atlas Duo INS has a compelling array of features designed for demanding applications. Its multifrequency dual antenna GNSS receiver with dual antenna inputs ensures robust signal reception, while the automotive-grade (ASIL-B) IMU with a 6-axis gyro/accelerometer provides reliable inertial measurements. The high 100Hz position update rate with 6DOF output over Ethernet delivers real-time, comprehensive navigation data. The dual antenna system enables dual static heading determination, providing immediate orientation information at startup, a critical advantage for autonomous systems that need to know their direction instantly. And, by seamlessly integrating with Point One’s Polaris RTK corrections network, the Atlas Duo achieves better than 10 cm global frame accuracy, eliminating the need for complex and time-consuming post-processing.
But the Atlas Duo is more than just hardware: Point One has also developed an intuitive and easy-to-use Atlas UI. This on-device web interface simplifies setup, configuration, and status monitoring, accessible via standard devices like phones and tablets. This eliminates the need for specialized tools and reduces training overhead. Furthermore, the Atlas Duo features a simple self-calibration process. After an initial alignment, the system automatically calibrates while in operation, even saving progress between power cycles, ensuring minimal disruption and optimal performance. This means you get automatic calibration and continuous accuracy as soon as you power on the Atlas Duo.
Built for harsh environments, engineered for seamless integration
Point One’s dedication to robust performance and ease of use allows the Atlas Duo to provide solutions such as:
- Instant heading at startup: The dual-antenna provides accurate heading information immediately upon power-up, without requiring any initial movement. This is a game-changer for applications where immediate directional awareness is critical for safety and efficiency.
- Accuracy in dynamic conditions: Real-world environments are rarely static. The tightly coupled sensor fusion software Point One has built within the Atlas Duo, integrates GNSS with inertial data, ensuring consistent and reliable centimeter-level accuracy even in challenging signal conditions.
- Effortless integration and operation: Point One’s CEO, Aaron Nathan explains:
“The Atlas Duo was engineered from the ground up for seamless integration into autonomous platforms operating in real-world conditions. By focusing on ease of use, robust performance, and direct integration with our Polaris RTK service, we are providing our OEM customers with a powerful and cost-effective navigation solution that accelerates their development and deployment timelines.”
The future of navigation is here
Point One is building the foundation for a future where precise and reliable navigation empowers innovation in even the most challenging outdoor environments. Point One is incredibly excited to introduce the Atlas Duo, a game-changer for industries requiring high-performance positioning without compromise.
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About Point One Navigation
Point One Navigation is a pioneer in precise positioning technology, offering solutions that deliver centimeter-level accuracy for a wide range of applications. With a focus on reliability and ease of integration, Point One Navigation empowers its clients to achieve unparalleled performance in their positioning and navigation systems. Learn more at pointonenav.com.
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