On October 11, 2023, Flyability launched an innovative Surveying Payload for its Elios 3 drone, revolutionizing mobile scanning while in flight. This new 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 explore the key specifications of the new payload and how it enhances the Elios 3’s surveying capabilities. We’ll also guide you through choosing between the standard and surveying package based on your specific needs. --- **Drone-Based LiDAR: The Elios 3** The Elios 3 stands out in the market as the only drone with a built-in LiDAR sensor, making it ideal for tasks like confined space inspections, hard-to-reach area scans, and detailed 3D surveys. Its LiDAR plays three essential roles: 1. **Stability**: It works alongside the VIO cameras to detect movement and stabilize the drone, especially in dusty or low-visibility environments where visual data might be unreliable. 2. **Situational Awareness**: Whether using the live map in the Cockpit app or analyzing data in Inspector, the LiDAR provides real-time mapping, helping users navigate and locate points of interest accurately. 3. **Surveying**: The LiDAR collects data that is processed by a powerful SLAM algorithm to generate highly accurate and dense point clouds. These can be used for precise measurements, volume calculations, and environmental analysis. --- **The Surveying Payload for the Elios 3** With the new Surveying Payload, the Elios 3 now features the advanced Ouster OS0-128 Rev 7 LiDAR, replacing the standard OS0-32 Rev 6.2. This upgrade significantly boosts performance across multiple dimensions: 1. **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 ideal for applications requiring centimeter-level precision. 2. **Increased Mapping Efficiency**: With a range of up to 100 meters and a point density of 1.3 million points per second, the new sensor allows users to scan large areas faster and with fewer flights. 3. **Higher Point Cloud Quality**: The improved LiDAR provides 1.5 times better precision and 10 times better photon sensitivity, resulting in clearer and more detailed point clouds. 4. **Improved Robustness in Symmetrical Environments**: The new sensor performs better in environments like tunnels or pipes, where traditional LiDAR struggles due to lack of geometric variation. 5. **Streamlined Processing**: Paired with FARO Connect software, the payload enables automatic georeferencing, data alignment, filtering, and simplified exports, making post-processing easier and more efficient. --- **Which LiDAR Payload Is Right for You?** Choosing between the standard and surveying configurations depends on your project goals and environment: - **Standard Configuration (OS0-32 Rev 6.2)**: Ideal for close-up visual inspections and situational awareness. If your goal is to navigate complex spaces and identify defects, the standard LiDAR should suffice. - **Surveying Configuration (OS0-128 Rev 7 + FARO Connect)**: Best for projects requiring high-accuracy 3D models, such as underground surveys, sewer pipe mapping, or cave exploration. This option is perfect when centimeter-level precision is critical. Ask yourself: Are you creating a detailed 3D model, or just looking for basic navigation and localization? The answer will help you choose the right payload. --- **Still Not Sure?** If you're unsure which configuration suits your needs, reach out to the Flyability team. They can provide personalized guidance and help you select the best option for your specific use case. Contact us today to learn more about the Elios 3 Surveying Payload and how it can enhance your workflow.

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