Photo: Leica Geosystems Do you remember the free-standing car navigation devices that were popular for a while, such as those made by Garmin and Magellan? Few people use them anymore because to find our way when driving, most of us use our smartphones instead. Smartphones now have a plethora of sensors, including inclinometers, accelerometers, magnetometers, barometers and light sensors. However, cost and size constraints (the insides of those small devices are so crowded!) limit the […]

Advanced Navigation has expanded its Certus product line by introducing the Certus Mini series. This development marks a significant advancement in compact and high-performance navigation technology for field robots, autonomous vehicles and UAVs. The Certus Mini series comes in three variants: Certus Mini D: A dual-antenna inertial navigation system (INS) Certus Mini N: A GNSS-aided INS Certus Mini A: An attitude and heading reference system (AHRS) These lightweight systems, weighing no more than 55 grams […]

September 30, 2024 It’s that time again: You need to spend what’s left in your flexible spending account (FSA). We’re still a couple months away from the end of the year, so there’s no better time to start planning how to use up your FSA dollars. An eligible Garmin product might be the perfect way to do that. What is an HSA or FSA? Health savings accounts (HSAs) and FSAs are two types of tax-advantaged […]

Calian GNSS, formerly Tallysman Wireless, has introduced the VCS6000XF full band smart choke antenna, a new product designed for Continuously Operating Reference Station (CORS) applications. This antenna combines Tallysman Verachoke antenna elements with Septentrio’s Mosaic X5 full-band receiver to offer an integrated solution for OEM CORS systems. The VCS6000XF offers comprehensive GNSS signal reception, including GPS/QZSS L1/L2/L5, GLONASS G1/G2/G3, Galileo E1/E5a/E5b/E6/E5 AltBoc, BeiDou B1/B2/B2a/B3, NavIC L5, SBAS and L-Band correction services. It incorporates the advantages […]

October 1, 2024 When it comes to upgrading an experimental airplane, few choices can have as significant an impact as modernizing the panel. Henry Lawrence, aviation enthusiast and Garmin ambassador, recently received discounted avionics to upgrade his 2010 Lancair Legacy FG through a Garmin dealer, and the results have been transformative for him and his family. “To move everything to modern Garmin avionics transforms the entire flying experience,” Lawrence said. Whether you’re a seasoned aircraft […]

SPH Engineering and Radar Systems, Inc. have developed the Zond Aero 500 NG, a versatile ground penetrating radar (GPR) system designed for both terrestrial and drone-mounted surveys. This dual-purpose GPR is suitable for various applications, including utility scanning, sinkhole detection, glaciology and geological studies. The Zond Aero 500 NG features dual-mode operation, allowing users to conduct both ground-based and airborne surveys. This flexibility enhances the data collection methods available to operators. The system includes a […]

  Photo: Rx Networks Rx Network has launched TruePoint | REACH, an advanced, hardware-agnostic, cloud-based correction service designed to deliver centimeter-level location accuracy worldwide for various professional applications. TruePoint | REACH offers precise centimeter-level positioning to enhance GNSS receivers’ performance in applications such as precision agriculture, machine control, mining, marine operations, UAV, GIS and more. The service is compatible with leading commercial off-the-shelf receivers using the RTCM 3.3 SSR and the 3GPP LPP SSR format. The company said key hardware partnerships are in the planning stages and will […]

September 27, 2024 Once a niche market, electric bikes — or eBikes — have become a popular choice for both recreational riders and fitness enthusiasts. Whether it’s a smooth commute to work, a ride with friends or a quick jaunt to the convenience store, an eBike provides a more efficient and eco-friendly way to travel. And it just so happens that Garmin products work just as seamlessly for eBike riders as they do for traditional […]

“Seen & Heard” is a monthly feature of GPS World magazine, traveling the world to capture interesting and unusual news stories involving the GNSS/PNT industry. FAA Greenlights Life-Saving UAV BVLOS Operations Photo: photovs / iStock / Getty Images Plus / Getty Images The Northern Plains UAS Test Site (NPUASTS) has assisted the Grand Forks, North Dakota, Fire Department in obtaining a Tactical Beyond Visual Line of Sight waiver from the Federal Aviation Administration, allowing first […]

September 24, 2024 Six Garmin products earn Product of Excellence honors at the National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) annual conference. The Garmin marine team has done it again. For the 10th consecutive year, Garmin has been named the NMEA Manufacturer of the Year in the large manufacturer category at the organization’s 2024 conference and awards banquet. The honor is given to the most recognized company in the industry for both support in the field and […]