The Mad Nadir Mapping Lidar System - Avia (MNMLS-A) is one of the lightest (~730 grams) and most affordable UAV lidar mapping solutions currently available on the market. The MNMLS-A contains a tactical grade inertial measurement unit (IMU) coupled with a multi-frequency GNSS receiver. Combined, these two components make up the highly accurate inertial navigation system (INS). The system uses a multi-return lidar scanner capable of recording single, double, and triple returns. MNMLS-A allows for push-button data logging but also contains a web-app interface for system checks, IMU calibration, data logging, etc. MNMLS-A comes standard with a skyport mount (power only), but can be mounted on any UAV (VTOL, fixed-wing, multi-rotor) with other mounting systems (e.g., dovetail, gremsy) or custom mounts. All MNMLS-A purchases include a perpetual processing license for the Mad Nadir Mapping Lidar Processor (MNMLP) software. The MNMLP software is easy to use and includes a custom MNMLP lever arm/boresight tool, contains a BayesMap StripAlign function, uses PPK trajectory processing, allows for field-based processing, does not require an active internet connection (except StripAlign), contains no hidden post-processing steps, employs multi-core processing techniques, consumes low amounts of RAM, requires zero license fees, and includes free software updates. The MNMLP seamlessly ingests the raw MNMLS-A data and outputs a georeferenced compressed .las file (.laz) that can be brought in to any lidar post-processing software. Georeferenced point cloud outputs from the MNMLS-A are comparable to other entry-level systems on the market, but at a much lower price point.
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The purchase of this system includes the MNMLS-A hardware, the UAV GNSS antenna and mount, and the MNMLP software (including a perpetual license). See the full specifications below for more information. MNMLS is an all-inclusive and turn-key system that is ready to acquire high-quality data right out of the box!
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MNMLS-A units are designed and assembled in the USA. Mad Nadir Mapping ships globally but note that Mad Nadir Mapping does not cover customs or import fees. Mad Nadir Mapping is happy to arrange custom shipping solutions and is open to regional wholesaling. Contact us to discuss these options.