Airborne Remote Sensing System
Resonon’s airborne systems are complete hyperspectral solutions containing all hardware and software necessary to acquire georegistered hyperspectral data. Airborne systems can be mounted on both drones and piloted aerial platforms.
The Pika L is our most-popular VNIR spectral regime (400 – 1000 nm) airborne kit, with a payload weight starting at just 1.83 kg (4.0 lbs) and a compact size. The Pika IR-L and Pika IR-L+ NIR imagers (925 – 1700 nm) are high-resolution, compact, and have a payload weight starting at just 2.23 kg (4.9 lbs) making them a great choice for remote sensing in the NIR spectral regime.
The Pika L, Pika IR-L, and Pika IR-L+ can fly on many drones, including the popular DJI M300. The Pika UV, Pika XC2, Pika IR, Pika IR+, and Pika-SWIR can fly on higher-capacity drones or piloted aircraft.
We offer ready-to-fly, fully-integrated airborne hyperspectral systems with a Vision Aerial Vector drone.
The Pika L camera used for the Airborne System has a GigE output for reliable operation in the electronically-noisy environment found on some small UAV systems.
The GPS/IMU contains an RTK receiver for centimeter-scale positioning and increased orientation accuracy. An Emlid RTK Base Station and compatible radio are available as optional components.
System components:
- Hyperspectral imaging camera & objective lens
- System Control Unit
- Ellipse D (dual-antenna) GPS/IMU and georectification software
- Radiometric calibration & calibration tarp
- Spectronon hyperspectral data analysis software
Options:
- Downwelling irradiance sensor options
- Emlid RTK base station and compatible radio
- A rugged laptop (designed to withstand drops, extreme temperatures, dust/sand/particles, spills, and vibrations) with a high-brightness/anti-glare screen for use in outdoor settings
- In-person training at Resonon or on-site at the customer’s facility
