In terms of specifications, the drone is equipped with a **Velodyne Puck LITE LiDAR sensor**, which provides a **100-meter range** with a **30-degree vertical field of view** and **300,000 points per second** scan rate. The drone’s single-rotor design not only enables full 360° rotational movement but also simplifies mechanical complexity, reducing weight to approximately **1.25 kg**. The system’s overall power consumption is measured at **50 watts**, allowing for **30-minute flight durations** under standard conditions. This makes it suitable for high-precision mapping tasks where consistent, real-time data collection is required over large areas.
Testing demonstrated that the system maintained a scan accuracy of **±2 cm** across diverse environments, including dense forests and urban landscapes. The rotating drone body ensures uniform data capture across all directions, minimizing occlusions typically caused by fixed-mounted LiDAR systems. Additionally, the onboard sensor integrates with advanced SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping) algorithms to process real-time 3D point clouds. These capabilities were demonstrated in trials that showed significant improvements in speed and accuracy compared to conventional multi-rotor drone systems. For an in-depth view of the drone in operation, watch the video below:
For more insights into the latest advancements in LiDAR technology, check out our post on LiDAR drones advancing surveying applications.
