A-ROX
A-ROX
GNSS-INS tightly coupled positioning system
With high-precision position, velocity and attitude information
0.01m
Position accuracy
0.01 km/h
Velocity
0.05°
Heading
0.02°
Roll/Pitch
The ANavS® A-ROX module provides precise position, velocity and attitude information, by tightly coupling GNSS, IMU and odometer data, and applying PPP or RTK corrections to the GNSS code and phase measurements.
The A-ROX version supports Galileo High Accuracy Service (HAS) service (both via SIS and IDD) and OSNMA for navigation data accuracy. The A-ROX system comes with a ROS2 software architecture, which leads to access to all sensor raw data and solution outputs with ROS2 topics. This software architecture makes it very powerful for an easy integration in other toolchains and subsystems.
A powerful Web-App completes the ecosystem of A-ROX. The new interface will make the system more accessible and user friendly. It will also open the door for its integration in fleet management systems, with the option to control all the devices in a centralised manner. A powerful postprocessing tool is hosted in the web-app.
Our features - Your advantage
Not just systems - Customised solutions that make a difference
Solutions for every application
Our product promise
Not just systems - Customised solutions that make a difference
Solutions for every application
High customisation and integration options due to standard interfaces and components
A wide range of application options due to the modular, M.2 SMART Card-based configuration structure, input and output via GPIO for improved sensor function, PTP etc.
Best possible positioning accuracy thanks to advanced GNSS sensors and integrated correction data service
Up to 3 GNSS receivers suitable for surveying – for precise positioning – are available. The raw data from all receivers is available (at up to 100 Hz), as is a PPS signal. Compliance with specifications proven in practice. An integrated modem enables the use of all correction data services available worldwide, such as RTK (RTCM3, OSR) or PPP correction data (RTCM3, SSR), without additional hardware. The corresponding services can be booked with DTC.
Intuitive and simple handling
Modern web-based user interface with remote access, app, simple configuration, automated version management.
Can be used worldwide without special export restrictions
Duty-free import, no dual-use and export restrictions (ITAR-free).
Reliable measurement accuracy due to initial DAkkS calibration
Initial delivery includes DAkkS calibration (SPEKTRA), calibration in Germany minimises downtime.
Reliable measurement accuracy due to initial DAkkS calibration
Initial delivery includes DAkkS calibration (SPEKTRA), calibration in Germany minimises downtime.
No cable chaos
Internal WLAN and LTE modem, so fewer cables and devices are required in the test vehicle, fewer sources of error, i.e. one system – all functions.
Expertise advantage through R&D projects
Thanks to intensive research and development (R&D) projects, we have a knowledge and innovation advantage in order to develop advanced solutions and technologies faster and more effectively that have not yet been implemented in comparable systems (e.g. HAS, PPP, OSNMA).
Overview A-ROX
The A-ROX GNSS-INS tightly coupled positioning is the real-time ground truth measurement equipment for dynamic automotive, railway and maritime applications. It is used for ADAS and autonomous vehicle testing, endurance tests, fleet tests, survey and mapping from land, water and air, georeferencing of cameras, lidars and radar sensors, logging of parameters during vehicle tests and machine automation.
Three different versions of A-ROX are available:
- A-ROX-PRO
- A-ROX-RTK
- A-ROX-PPP
- ADAS
- Autonomous vehicle testing
- Endurance tests
- Fleet tests
- Survey & mapping from land, water and air
- Georeferencing of cameras, lidars and radar sensors
- Logging of parameters during vehicle tests (CAN)
- Machine automation
The patented tightly coupled sensor fusion algorithms integrate survey-grade GNSS raw measurement data (multi-constellation, multi-frequency), RTK and PPP (HAS and terrestrial) correction data, inertial sensor data (FOG-grade MEMS IMU) and odometry data for a highly accurate position, velocity and attitude solution, even in challenging GNSS environments. A smart handover from RTK to PPP technology, based on the reception of correction data, provides a unique positioning performance. A powerful forward-backward post-processing engine is available to further enhance the accuracy of the position, velocity and attitude solution with all recorded sensor raw data.
The A-ROX system is built on a new modular hardware platform, delivering improved processing capabilities and upgraded interfaces. The system can be configured with single, dual or triple GNSS antenna (s). The processing unit is part of the A-ROX system. A powerful configuration and visualization software is implemented as a web app, easily accessible from different kinds of devices, including laptops and tablets. It is directly hosted on the system with no need for installation of software on your device. On top of the local app, a cloud-based fleet management feature is available for controlling all you’re aROX devices and accessing all sensor data from anywhere.
The A-ROX system comes with integrated 5G module, providing access to RTK and PPP correction data and enabling remote view and system configuration very user-friendly.
Further interfaces are:
- Wi-Fi
- Gigabit Ethernet
- USB-C
- up to 4 CAN-FD channels
Trigger events, like wheel ticks, can be fed through the GPIOs into the sensor fusion framework.
There are several output formats available with a maximum rate of 200 Hz (1000 Hz optional):
- ROS 2
- NMEA
- ACOM
- CAN
| GNSS Constallations | Galileo, GPS, Glonass, Beidou, SBAS (EGNOS, WAAS, GAGAN) |
Positioning accuracy | 0.006 m RTK; 0.2 m PPP |
Roll/Pitch | 0.01° |
Velocity accuracy | 0.03m/s RMS |
Heading | 0.05° |
Slip angle accuracy | 0.15° |
Data output rate | Maximum rate of 200 Hz available: ROS2, NMEA, ACOM |
Operating temperatue | -20°………..65° |
IP Rating | IP65 |
Power consumption | Average 15W |
Dimensions | 140 x 200 x 60 mm |
Weight | 1,7 kg |
Storage | 16 GB internal, upgradable with NVME SSD up to 2 TB |
Interfaces | Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi, 5G 2×2 MIMO cellular network, up to 4x CAN-FD channels, USB 3.1, 4 GPIO, PPS and sync in |
Dual Antenna / Triple Antenna | Yes / Yes |
GNSS-INS Tightly coupled real-time performance
A-ROX PRO
AX-PRO
A-ROX PRO navigation system with GNSS(RTK/PPP)+ INS + Odometry sensor fusion engine. Includes the latest Galileo HAS (High-Accuracy-Service) technology. The perfect solution where RTK correction data failures (no internet connection) cannot be tolerated and must be bridged by satellite-based correction data like Galileo HAS correction data.
- Single antenna
- Dual antenna
- Triple antenna
A-ROX RTK
AX-RTK
A-ROX RTK navigation system with GNSS(RTK) + INS + Odometry sensor fusion engine. The perfect solution for highly reliable and accurate position, orientation and dynamics data in all environments.
- Single antenna
- Dual antenna
- Triple antenna
A-ROX PPP
AX-PPP
A-ROX navigation system with GNSS(PPP) + INS + Odometry sensor fusion engine. Includes the latest Galileo HAS (High-Accuracy-Service) technology. The perfect solution for accurate position, orientation and dynamics data in all environments, without the need of additional infrastructure getting RTK correction data.
- Single antenna
- Dual antenna
- Triple antenna
Quick overview
Products
Equipped for every situation with the need of high-precise positioning & navigation:V-ROX, A-ROX, G-ROX, MSRTK, Snow Monitoring and M.2 SMART Card.
R&D Projects
Our R&D team is constantly working on researching, developing and implementing new technologies to master the challenges of tomorrow.
Publications
Our publications are varied, provide well-founded findings and present innovative solutions: Journal and Conference papers, Patents and Theses
