ANELLO Photonics stands at the forefront of inertial navigation technology, pioneering its innovative SiPhOGTM (Silicon Photonics Optical Gyroscope) that combines exceptional accuracy and dependability with a remarkable decrease in cost and SWaP (size, weight, and power) metrics. ANELLO specializes in advanced Inertial Navigation Systems (INS) and Inertial measurement Units (IMU) meticulously designed to fulfill the rigorous demands of both commercial and defense operations in environments where GPS is unavailable.
The solutions provided by ANELLO are perfectly suited for the intricate navigation,positioning,and motion tracking needs across various applications,including drones,robotics,and autonomous vehicles,particularly in sectors like precision agriculture,autonomous construction,and defense robotics.
Revolutionary SiPhOG™ Technology
ANELLO’s SiPhOGTM technology represents a groundbreaking advancement,offering a compact,lightweight,and cost-efficient choice to conventional Fiber Optic Gyroscopes (FOGs) without compromising on performance or quality.
This innovation transforms traditional fiber optic gyroscopes by substituting bulky optical components with a patented silicon photonics integrated circuit, significantly reducing both size and manufacturing costs while ensuring high performance.
Moreover, ANELLO is collaborating with a well-established US semiconductor foundry to develop an ultra-low-loss waveguide, which will facilitate scalable production and future integration, promoting the widespread use of ANELLO’s compact, high-precision navigation solutions across various sectors.
SiPhOG™ Performance: A Comparison with FOG & MEMS Technologies
Product Offerings
ANELLO X3
The Most Compact and Lightweight Three-Axis Optical Gyroscope IMU
The ANELLO X3 is recognized as the smallest and lightest high-performance three-axis optical gyroscope IMU available globally.
This state-of-the-art inertial measurement solution employs three distinct SiPhOGTM units,each equipped with its own independent six-axis redundant IMU sensor,CPU,and power subsystem.
When paired with ANELLO’s advanced AI algorithms, the ANELLO X3 becomes a formidable navigation solution, particularly effective in GPS-denied environments.
This integration results in outstanding low-drift and low-noise performance, allowing unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), unmanned surface vessels (USVs), and ground-based robots to operate reliably even in the face of GPS jamming or spoofing.
The system’s robustness guarantees continuous and precise navigation in challenging conditions, significantly enhancing the capabilities and dependability of autonomous platforms across air, land, and maritime applications.
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ANELLO IMU+
Triple-Redundant Inertial Measurement Unit for Extreme Conditions
The ANELLO IMU+ is a robust IMU solution engineered to endure high shock levels,vibrations,and a wide temperature range,while delivering the reliability and performance essential for demanding robotics applications in both commercial and defense sectors.
This IP68-rated unit features a fault-tolerant triple-redundancy design similar to the ANELLO X3 and provides two CAN or serial RS-232 interfaces for seamless integration into various platforms.
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ANELLO GNSS INS
Precision Navigation for GPS-Denied Scenarios
The ANELLO GNSS INS is engineered to deliver long-term GPS-level accurate navigation in GNSS-denied conditions, such as jamming and severe multipath interference.
Built around a dual-antenna RTK-capable GNSS engine and ANELLO’s cutting-edge SiPhOG© technology, it incorporates AI-driven sensor fusion capabilities that adapt to various dynamic conditions.
This industrial-grade unit is IP68-rated and offers reliable protection against chemicals, salt spray, and solar radiation, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor robotics and autonomous vehicle applications, including agriculture, construction, and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS).
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ANELLO Maritime INS
Highly Reliable Maritime Navigation for USVs & AUVs
The ANELLO Maritime INS provides ultra-reliable precision navigation for autonomous surface vessels (ASVs) and autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) operating in challenging and GPS-denied environments.
Featuring a three-axis SiPhOG™ unit and dual triple-frequency multi-constellation GNSS receivers, it incorporates advanced dead reckoning, sophisticated sensor fusion, and GNSS spoofing detection.
This compact and lightweight unit is IP68-rated,highly resistant to heavy shock and vibration,and designed to withstand corrosion,salt spray,and chemicals.
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ANELLO Evaluation Kit
Reference-Grade Evaluation Kit for GNSS-INS Technology
The ANELLO GNSS-INS evaluation kit (EVK) enables developers and system integrators to explore the capabilities of ANELLO’s advanced silicon photonic inertial technology.
Offering sustained centimeter-level accuracy in conditions where more expensive reference-grade systems may falter, this kit is ideal for demanding autonomous vehicle and ADAS applications.
The kit includes everything necessary to get started,featuring two dual-band GNSS antennas and all required cables,along with ethernet,CAN,USB,and serial interfaces for seamless integration.
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Applications
Unmanned Aerial systems (UAS)
ANELLO’s advanced inertial technology transforms UAV and drone operations by delivering exceptional positioning and orientation accuracy.
This sophisticated system guarantees continuous operation even during GPS signal disruptions, significantly minimizing the risk of crashes and unintended landings.
The combination of ANELLO’s optical gyroscope technology and advanced sensor fusion algorithms enables UAVs to maintain precise navigation in the most challenging environments.
consequently,UAVs can now undertake more complex missions across diverse scenarios,from densely populated urban areas to remote wilderness locations.
This enhanced capability not only boosts overall safety but also unlocks new opportunities for both civilian and military applications, expanding the horizons of autonomous aerial operations.
Autonomous Vehicles
ANELLO’s silicon photonics technology heralds a new era of high-precision navigation and positioning for autonomous and self-driving vehicles.
This innovative system ensures unmatched safety and stability, even in the most challenging environments where GPS signals are compromised or entirely absent, such as tunnels, urban canyons, and city centers.By integrating its proprietary optical gyroscope solution with an advanced AI-based sensor fusion engine, ANELLO delivers exceptional navigation capabilities for autonomous vehicles operating in environments where traditional navigation methods struggle, such as dense orchards, open-pit mines, construction sites, and military operations.
By providing reliable and precise positioning in these challenging conditions, ANELLO’s solution lays a solid foundation for autonomous operations in agriculture, mining, construction, and defense sectors, significantly enhancing productivity and safety in GPS-denied or GPS-challenged environments.
Robotics
ANELLO’s robust inertial sensors excel in a variety of indoor and outdoor robotics applications, providing precise control and navigation capabilities.
These versatile solutions seamlessly integrate with various other sensors, including cameras, lidar scanners, and GPS receivers.The ANELLO technology supports advanced functionalities like simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM), enhancing the overall performance and adaptability of robotic platforms across multiple environments and use cases.
Defense
Designed to thrive in the demanding conditions of modern combat environments, ANELLO’s advanced navigation solutions function independently of satellite signals.
These robust systems are ideally suited for a wide range of critical military platforms, including unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs), unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs), and uncrewed surface vessels (USVs).
By providing dependable navigation capabilities in GPS-denied scenarios,ANELLO’s technology enhances the operational effectiveness and versatility of these mission-critical assets.
