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Which Elios 3 LiDAR payload is right for you? The Standard vs Surveying configurations
On October 11, 2023, Flyability launched an innovative Surveying Payload for its Elios 3 drone, taking mobile scanning to a new level. This advanced payload is sold as a bundle that includes the Elios 3 drone itself, the Ouster OS0-128 Rev 7 LiDAR, and a FARO Connect software license. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the specifications of the new payload and how it enhances the Elios 3’s surveying capabilities. We’ll also guide you in choosing between the standard and surveying packages based on your specific needs.
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### Drone-Based LiDAR: The Elios 3
The Elios 3 stands out among other drones due to its integration of a LiDAR sensor — a feature not found on any other cage drone in the world. This makes it ideal for tasks such as confined space inspections, hard-to-reach area scans, and detailed 3D surveys.
The LiDAR on the Elios 3 serves three key purposes:
1. **Stability**: It works alongside the VIO cameras to detect movement and compensate for instability, especially in dusty or low-visibility environments where visual data may be unreliable.
2. **Situational Awareness**: Whether using the live map in the Cockpit app or analyzing data in Inspector, the LiDAR provides real-time spatial awareness, helping users navigate and return safely to their starting point.
3. **Surveying**: The LiDAR collects high-quality data, which is then processed using a powerful SLAM algorithm to generate accurate and dense point clouds. These can be used for measurements, volume calculations, and environmental analysis.
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### The Surveying Payload for the Elios 3
The new Surveying Payload upgrades the Elios 3’s LiDAR from the standard Ouster OS0-32 Rev 6.2 to the more advanced Ouster OS0-128 Rev 7. Combined with the robustness of the FARO Connect SLAM algorithm, this upgrade significantly improves the drone's surveying performance.
Key improvements include:
- **Greater Accuracy**: The new payload offers up to 10 times better accuracy than the standard configuration, with drift as low as 0.1% in structured environments. This makes it suitable for applications requiring centimeter-level precision.
- **Increased Mapping Efficiency**: The new LiDAR has double the range (up to 100 meters) and four times the point density (1.3M points/sec), allowing users to scan larger areas faster and with fewer flights.
- **Higher Point Cloud Quality**: The new LiDAR features 1.5x better precision (+/-12mm) and 10x better photon sensitivity, resulting in clearer, more detailed point clouds with improved colorization.
- **Improved Performance in Symmetrical Environments**: The Rev 7 LiDAR handles symmetrical structures like pipes and tunnels more effectively, producing higher quality point clouds even in complex settings.
- **Streamlined Processing**: With the inclusion of FARO Connect and reflective targets, users can automatically create clean, georeferenced point clouds, simplify data alignment, and export results efficiently.
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### Which LiDAR Payload Is Right for You?
Choosing between the standard and surveying configurations depends on your project goals and environment.
- **Choose the Standard Configuration (Ouster OS0-32 Rev 6.2)** if your work involves close-up visual inspections and basic navigation within industrial assets. It offers sufficient accuracy for locating defects and understanding spatial layouts.
- **Choose the Surveying Configuration (Ouster OS0-128 Rev 7 with FARO Connect)** if you need centimeter-level accuracy for critical decisions, such as surveying underground tunnels, sewer systems, or complex infrastructure. This option ensures minimal error and comes with software tools to streamline your workflow.
Ask yourself: Are you looking for a highly accurate 3D model, or just situational awareness? If it's the former, the Surveying Payload is the way to go.
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### Still Not Sure?
If you're unsure which payload suits your needs, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team. We’re here to help you make an informed decision and select the best option for your specific use case. Contact Flyability today to learn more about the capabilities of the Elios 3 Surveying Payload.