Miniaturized UAV-based Laser Scanning System

RIEGL miniVUX-SYS®

• complete miniaturized & lightweight
UAV-based LiDAR system withRIEGL miniVUX-series LiDAR sensor
integrated• different IMU/GNSS options available• various mounting options for highly
flexible installation• prepared for remote control via
low-bandwidth data link
• prepared for interfacingwith optional RGB camera(s),hyperspectral camera, multispectral camera, and thermal
imaging sensor• Integration Kit 600 orIntegration Kit 300 available forstraightforward system integration
with selected multi-rotor UAV types

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The RIEGL miniVUX-SYS is a complete laser scanning systemof low weight and compact size for flexible use in UAV-based
applications on a variety of UAV/UAS/RPAS.
The system comprises a RIEGL miniVUX-series LiDAR sensor,
an IMU/GNSS system (different versions available), and an
optional camera system.
The measurement performance of RIEGL‘s UAV LiDAR sensors
in combination with the Inertial Measurement Unit and theassociated GNSS receiver results in survey-grade measurementaccuracy.
The miniVUX-SYS is delivered with the necessary software tools
for processing and geo-referencing of the acquired scan data,and processing of the IMU/GNSS data.

Typical applications include• Agriculture & Forestry• Glacier and Snowfield Mapping• Archeology and Cultural
Heritage Documentation• Construction-Site Monitoring• Landslide Monitoring

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Unmanned Laser Scanning

Data SheetRIEGL miniVUX®-SYS – Integration Options
RIEGL miniVUX®-SYS with APX-15 UAV(e.g. for fixed-wing UAVs)

For this miniVUX-SYS solution, the APX-15 UAV1) IMU/GNSS unit is integrated in a small interface box which is
attached to the rear part of the LiDAR sensor. Due to its compact and lightweight design and the total
weight of approx. 2 kg (depending on scanner type, without camera(s)), the RIEGL miniVUX-SYS with APX-15 UAV isvery well suited for an integration with UAV platforms offering limited / restricted weight and space conditions.
Optionally, a single or a dual RGB camera system is available.
RIEGL miniVUX-3UAV / RIEGL miniVUX-1UAV
equipped with APX-15 UAVwith two Sony Alpha 6000 cameras(oblique mount)with nadir-looking camera
e.g. Sony Alpha 6000 camera orSony A7R III or Sony A7R IV(integration of other 3rd party cameras possible 2))

with nadir-looking camera
e.g. Sony A7R IV camera

RIEGL miniVUX®-SYS with APX-20 UAV (IMU82/IMU90)(e.g. for fixed-wing, single-rotor or multi-rotor UAVs)

For this miniVUX-SYS solution, the higher-grade APX-20 UAV1) IMU/GNSS system is used. The LiDAR sensor isequipped with a specifically designed interface box accommodating the GNSS board stack as well as
the camera trigger electronics. The IMU sensor is tightly coupled with the LiDAR sensor. With its weight ofapprox. 2.3 - 2.5 kg (depending on scanner type and IMU, without camera(s)), the RIEGL miniVUX-SYS with APX-20 UAV
is universally applicable for an integration with more or less all types of UAVs that are capable of carrying thispayload weight. Optionally, a single or a dual RGB camera system is available.
RIEGL miniVUX-3UAV / RIEGL miniVUX-1UAV
equipped with APX-20 UAV/IMU82with two Sony Alpha 6000 cameras(oblique mount)with nadir-looking camera
e.g. Sony Alpha 6000 camera orSony A7R III or Sony A7R IV(integration of other 3rd party cameras possible 2))

with nadir-looking camera
e.g. Sony A7R IV camera

RIEGL miniVUX-3UAV / RIEGL miniVUX-1UAV
equipped with APX-20 UAV/IMU90

with two Sony Alpha 6000 cameras(oblique mount)with nadir-looking camera
e.g. Sony Alpha 6000 camera orSony A7R III or Sony A7R IV(integration of other 3rd party cameras possible 2))

with nadir-looking camera
e.g. Sony A7R IV camera1) See technical details in the corresponding Applanix data sheet.
2) Multispectral camera, hyperspectral camera, thermal imaging sensor – more information on request.

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Data SheetRIEGL miniVUX®-SYS – Integration Options
RIEGL Integration Kit 600 / Integration Kit 300(e.g. for multi-rotor UAVs)

The RIEGL Integration Kit 600 – as well as the Integration Kit 300 – is an add-on to theminiVUX-SYS for its integration with your multi-rotor UAV, e.g. a DJI Matrice M600 or
DJI Matrice M300 RTK. The package comes with an appropriate shock absorbing
mounting-kit, power supply module, GNSS antenna, GNSS antenna mount, andnecessary cabeling for quick and straight forward integration.

RIEGL miniVUX-SYS
with integrated APX-20 UAV/IMU90and Sony Alpha 6000 camera,using RIEGL Integration Kit 300
for DJI Matrice M300 RTKRIEGL Integration Kit 600
example (explosion drawing):

GNSS antenna + mount

DJI Matrice M300 RTK equippedwith RIEGL miniVUX-SYS
using RIEGL Integration Kit 300

shock absorbers

connection box or connection box „light“(incl. connection board „light“)

mounting plate

APX-15 UAV or APX-20 UAV IMU/GNSScamera option:
oblique dual camera mount (narrow)with 2 cameras
eg. Sony Alpha 6000 cameras

RIEGL miniVUX-3UAV or RIEGL miniVUX-1UAVcamera option:nadir camera mount withone camera
e.g. Sony Alpha 6000 camera orSony A7R III or Sony A7R IV

DJI Matrice M600 equippedwith RIEGL miniVUX-SYS
using RIEGL Integration Kit 600

RIEGL miniVUX®-SYS – Processing Workflow and Scan Data Examples
Using RIEGL‘s software suites (RiPROCESS, RiUNITE) and dedicated processing
workflows with specialized alignment tools like RiPRECISION conducting the wholeprocedure of scan data alignment fully automatically, processing time can be
reduced to a minimum. RiPROCESS can interface the optimized, georeferenced
point cloud in further post-processing tools via LAS or other data exchanges invarious user-defined coordinate systems.

power line surveying

cut and fill volume comparisonof disposal site

Data Sheet

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Technical Data RIEGL miniVUX®-SYS
Scanner Performance(for details refer to the corresponding data sheet)

RIEGL
miniVUX-3UAVLaser Pulse Repetition Rate (PRR)
Max. Effective Measurement Rate (meas./sec)

up to 300 kHz

100 kHzup to 200,000

100,000

RIEGL UAV LiDAR Sensors

Max. Measuring Range, natural targets  ≥ 80% 1)

Accuracy / Precision
Field of View
Max. Scan Speed
Max. Number of Targets per Pulse 3)
1) Typical values for average conditions. Maximum range is
specified for flat targets with size in excess of the laser beam
diameter, perpendicular angle of incidence,and for atmospheric visibility of 23 km. In bright sunlight, themax. range is shorter than under overcast sky.

IMU & GNSS 4)								RIEGLminiVUX-1UAV330 m

330 m

15 mm / 10 mm

15 mm / 10 mm

up to 360° 2)

up to 360° 2)

100 scans/sec

100 scans/sec

552) Selectable. Consider limitations when integrated in kinemtatic systems.
3) If more than one target is hit, the total laser transmitter power is split and,accordingly, the achieveable range is reduced.

Applanix APX-20 UAV 5) 		Applanix APX-15 UAV 5)
IMU82 / IMU90

IMU Accuracy		Roll, Pitch
0.015° 						0.025°
Heading
0.035° 						0.08°
IMU Sampling Rate
200 Hz						200 HzPosition Accuracy (typ.)0.02 - 0.05 m					0.05 - 0.1 m4) In addition to the APX-15 UAV and the APX-20 UAV IMU/GNSS system,
also a AP20 IMU/GNSS system with external control unit is optionallyavailable. Corresponding details provided on request.

5) See technical details in the corresponding Applanix datasheet.

Interfaces
Configuration, Scan Data Output &2 x LAN 10/100/1000 Mbit/sec
Communication with External Devices
WLAN IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
Serial RS-232 interface for data string with GNSS-time information
GNSS Interface 6)					TTL input for 1PPS synchronization pulse
2 x TTL input/output, 1 x Remote on/off, DMI (Distance Measurement Indicator)
General IO & Control 7)
Camera Interface
2 x GNSS RS-232 Tx & PPS, Power, Trigger, Exposure
Memory Card Slotfor SDHC/SDXC memory card 32 GByte (can be upgraded to 64 GByte)
Serial Interface to External Devices
SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface)6) internally available (not available with standard interface box)

7) 1x externally available with standard interface box

General Technical DataRIEGL UAV LiDAR Sensors

RIEGL miniVUX-3UAV, -1UAV(for details refer to the corresponding data sheet)

Power Supply Input Voltage
Consumption
Main Dimensions (L x W x H) / Weightwith Cooling Fan
without Cooling Fan
Temperature Range 8)				
Humidity
Protection Class

11 - 34 V DC
typ. 18 W @ 100 scans/sec
243 x 111 x 85 mm / approx. 1.6 kg
243 x 99 x 85 mm / approx. 1.55 kg-10°C up to +40°C (operation)-20°C up to +50°C (storage)
max. 80 % non condensing @ 31°C
IP64, dust and splash-proofRIEGL miniVUX-SYS
Main Dimensions (L x W x H) and Weightwith APX-15 UAV
with APX-20 UAV/IMU82
with APX-20 UAV/IMU90

264 x 111 x 85 mm, approx. 2.0 kg
352 x 111 x 85 mm, approx. 2.5 kg
305 x 111 x 85 mm, approx. 2.3 kg

Integration Kit 600 / Integration Kit 300		 Weightapprox. 0.7 kg / approx. 0.35 kg

Camera(s) optional 9)
Weight (with lenses and mount)		 Dual Oblique Camera System		 Single Nadir Camera System8)9)technical data depending on selected camera typeapprox. 1.0 kg (2x Sony Alpha 6000)
approx. 0.5 kg / 1.3 kg / 1.3 kg (Sony Alpha 6000 / Sony A7RIII / Sony A7RIV)

Continuous operation at ambient temperature of ≥ 30°C (≥ 86°F) requires a minimum amount of air flow at approx. 3 m/s.
For applications where a 3 m/s air flow along the cooling fins cannot be guaranteed, the cooling fan has to be used.
Possibilty of use depends on system configuration.

RIEGL Laser Measurement Systems GmbHHorn, Austria
Phone: +43 2982 4211 | www.riegl.com
RIEGL USA Inc.
Winter Garden, Florida, USA
Phone: +1 407 248 9927 | www.rieglusa.com

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RIEGL Canada Inc. | www.rieglcanada.com
RIEGL UK Ltd. | www.riegl.co.uk

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This data sheet is compiled with care. However, errors cannot be fully excluded and alternations might be necessary.

Data Sheet, RIEGL miniVUX-SYS, 2022-09-27