Inertial Labs, a VIAVI Solutions company, launches tactical-grade MEMS IMU

Inertial Labs, a VIAVI Solutions company, has released the IMU-H100, a micro-electromechanical systems inertial measurement unit (IMU) designed to improve tactical guidance and navigation for UAVs, short-range missiles, precision-guided munitions and a range of commercial applications.

As technology for unmanned vehicles advances and safety considerations take precedence, both military and commercial sectors are increasing their adoption of IMUs, which are critical for navigation and control systems. An IMU can track angular velocity and linear acceleration using MEMS gyroscopes and accelerometers. These devices are now considered essential for guidance, navigation, orientation and stabilization, especially in short- and medium-range flight control systems. Their applications extend to autonomous vehicles operating on land, at sea and in aerospace and defense sectors.

The IMU-H100 is a tactical-grade unit that features accelerometers and gyroscopes on all three axes. It offers a gyro bias of 1° per hour and an accelerometer bias of 1 mg. The unit measures 5 cubic inches and weighs 160 g. According to the company, the IMU-H100 surpasses comparable products in data rate, measurement range, stability and repeatability, even under challenging conditions such as vibration, shock, high acceleration, spinning, temperature changes and acoustic noise.