SBG Systems Ekinox-E: Inertial Navigation with External GNSS
0.02° Roll/Pitch
Ekinox-E belongs to Ekinox series line of very high performance, MEMS-based Inertial Systems which achieve exceptional orientation and navigation performance in a compact and affordable package. It is an Inertial Navigation Systems (INS), that provides both orientation and navigation data even during GNSS outages. To improve orientation accuracy, connect your Ekinox-E to an external aiding equipment such as GNSS receivers, 1xDVL or odometer. SBG Systems developed dedicated “split” cables to simplify the integration with external equipment.
Ekinox-E Technical Specifications
Accuracy | |||
| GNSS aiding | RTK aiding | Post-Processing |
Roll, Pitch: | 0.02° | 0.015° | 0.01° |
Heading: | 0.03° | 0.02° | 0.02° |
Position | |||
Single Point L1/L2: | 1.2 m | ||
SBAS: | 0.6 m | ||
DGPS: | 0.4 m | ||
RTK: | 0.01 m + 0.5 ppm | ||
RTK 30s Outage: | 3 m (Marine conditions) | ||
RTK 60s Outage: | 0.2% TD (Marine conditions, DVL aided) 3 m (Automotive mode - With odometer) | ||
PPK: | 0.01 m + 0.5 ppm | ||
Heave | |||
Real-time: | 5 cm or 5% (Whichever is greater, velocity aided) | ||
Wave period: | 0 to 20 s (Auto-adjusting) | ||
Delayed: | 2 cm or 2.5% (Whichever is greater, velocity aided) | ||
Wave period: | 0 to 40 s | ||
Sensor Performance | |||
| Accelerometer (A2) | Accelerometer (A3) | Gyroscope |
Measurement range: | 8 g | 14 g | 300 °/s |
Random walk: | 7 μg/√Hz | 30 μg/√Hz | 0.14°/√hr |
Bias in-run instability: | 2 μg | 5 μg | <0.5 °/hour |
Interface | |||
Aiding Sensors: | 2x GNSS, RTCM, DVL, Odometer, Gyro-compass | ||
Protocols: | Output: NMEA, ASCII, Binary, TSS, Simrad Input: NMEA, Trimble, Novatel, Septentrio, Hemisphere, Veripos, Fugro, PD0, PD6 | ||
Output Rate: | 1 to 200 Hz | ||
Logging Capacity: | 8GB or 48h @ 200 Hz | ||
Serial RS-232/422: | Model D - 2 outputs / 4 inputs Model A/E - 3 outputs / 5 inputs | ||
CAN: | 1 CAN 2.0 A/B bus up to 1 Mbit/s | ||
Pulses: | Inputs: PPS, Event marker up to 1 kHz Outputs: SyncOut, Trigger 5 inputs / 2 outputs | ||
Ethernet: | Full Duplex (10/100 Base T) PTP Grand Master Clock NTRIP v1/v2 client | ||
Mechanical & electrical specifications | |||
Operating voltage: |
9 to 36 VDC
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Power consumption: | 3W | ||
Weight (g): | 400g | ||
Dimensions (LxWxH): | 100mm x 86mm x 58 mm |
What Is the Ekinox-E Used For?
Pointing & Stabilization
RCWS
UAV Navigation
UGV Navigation
Vehicle localization
Product Line
Model | Ekinox-A | Ekinox-E | Ekinox-D Internal GNSS |
GNSS Position/Velocity: | External Aiding Required | External Aiding Required | ✓ |
GNSS True Heading: | External Aiding Required | External Aiding Required | ✓ |
GNSS RTK Correct: |
| External Aiding Required | External Aiding Required |
Odometer: |
| External Aiding Required | External Aiding Required |
DVL: |
| External Aiding Required | External Aiding Required |
Ordering Options
Ordering options for SBG Systems' Ekinox-E:
CA-AEK-PWR-3M | 3 meters sealed power cable
CA-AEK-MAIN-ETH-2.5M | 2.5 meters unsealed main cable that supports Ethernet communications (Fischer/RJ45)
CA-AEK-MAIN-RS232-3M | 3 meters sealed main cable that supports Ethernet, CAN and RS-232 communications (Fischer/Wire Ended)
CA-AEK-AUX-3M | 3 meters sealed auxiliary cable that supports RS-232 and RS-422 communications
Other Cable Options:
CA-AEK-MAIN-RS422-3M | 3 meters sealed main cable that supports Ethernet, CAN and RS-422 communications
CA-AEK-SPLIT-MAIN-0.5M | Ekinox/Apogee MAIN Split Cable: 0.5 meter sealed main cable splitter that supports, Ethernet (RJ45), CAN (DB9), SYNC IN A (SMA) and PORTA (DB9 with RS232 + SYNC OUT)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Ekinox-E?
Ekinox-E belongs to Ekinox series line of very high performance, MEMS-based Inertial Systems which achieve exceptional orientation and navigation performance in a compact and affordable package. It is an Inertial Navigation Systems (INS), that provides both orientation and navigation data even during GNSS outages.
Why use a GNSS-aided INS like the Ekinox-E instead of GNSS alone?
A GNSS-aided INS fuses inertial measurements with satellite positioning, so the Ekinox-E keeps delivering accurate position, roll, pitch and heading during GNSS outages — in tunnels, urban canyons or under jamming — where a standalone GNSS receiver would fail.
Where is the Ekinox-E available?
The Ekinox-E is available through Leo Drive in the following region: Turkey. For other regions, please contact Leo Drive.
How can I get the datasheet and technical documents for the Ekinox-E?
Please contact Leo Drive to request the datasheet, user manual and other technical documents for the Ekinox-E.
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The Ekinox-E is part of the Inertial Navigation Systems range at Leo Drive. Browse all autonomous vehicle sensors and components, or talk to our engineering team about integration in your project.
