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Radar Altimeter
smartmicro Sensors for Airborne Applications
smartmicro radar altimeters deliver reliable altitude measurement in challenging airborne environments. The sensors operate under adverse weather and lighting conditions and provide accurate height-above-ground data for aircraft and UAV platforms.
Ensure reliable altitude measurement for airborne platforms
smartmicro radar altimeters use advanced radar technology to measure true height above ground in demanding environments. They perform reliably in fog, dust, and varying light conditions and provide stable measurements even during high-speed flight and dynamic aircraft motion.
Micro Radar Altimeter
- 24 GHz radar technology
- Altitude measurement from 0.5 – 500 m
- Low power consumption
- Compact and lightweight design
- Robust watertight housing
- Reliable in adverse weather conditions
Accurate altitude measurement
Provides reliable height-above-ground information even in poor visibility and challenging weather conditions.
Simple installation
The radar altimeter can be mounted on the belly of the aircraft and can even operate behind non-conductive materials.
Reliable in dynamic flight
The sensor operates reliably at high forward and vertical speeds and remains accurate even with aircraft pitch and roll angles.
Maintenance-free operation
Radar technology eliminates the need for optical or contact-based sensors, ensuring long lifetime and maintenance-free operation.
Robust airborne design
The altimeter is designed to withstand vibration, shock, and temperature variations typical in airborne applications.
Reliable altitude sensing where other sensors fail
Radar altimeters measure true height above ground independently of environmental conditions, ensuring safe and reliable operation for airborne platforms.
Works in fog & dust
Works over water
Works in darkness
Designed for a wide range of airborne applications
Industrial UAVs
Precise altitude sensing for inspection and survey drones.
Small UAVs & MAVs
Lightweight radar altimeters for compact aircraft.
Helicopters
Reliable altitude awareness during low-level flight.
Fixed-wing aircraft
High-speed flight environments requiring accurate altitude measurements.
Performance Overview
| | MICRO RADAR ALTIMETER |
|---|---|
| Operating Frequency | 24.0…24.25 GHz |
| Minimum Height | 0.5m |
| Maximum Height | 500m |
| Supported Pitch and Roll Angles | -20...+20° |
| Maximum Speed Vertical | 50m/s |
| Maximum Speed Forward | 75 or 100m/s |
| Height Accuracy | 3% or 0.5m (maximum of) | 3% or 1.64ft (maximum of) |
| Update Cycle Time | ≤ 17ms |
| Power Consumption | 3.7W |
| Max. Transmit Power (EIRP) | 17dBm |
| Connector | 8 Pin plug Binder Series 712 on 0.5m cable |
| Weight | 350g (incl. 0.5m cable and connector) |
| Dimensions (H/W/D) | 99 x 110 x 29mm | 3.9 x 4.3 x 1.1in |
Software – Sensor Fusion Drone Tracking & Perception
smartmicro provides advanced software solutions for real-time tracking, detection, and visualization in defense applications.
The Sensor Fusion Drone Tracking & Perception Technology enables operators to monitor drones and other objects within a unified interface, combining data from multiple sources into a clear and actionable operational picture.
The software is designed to be fully customizable based on customer requirements, allowing adaptation to specific missions, environments, and system architectures.
Capabilities
- Real-time detection and tracking of drones and moving objects
- Visualization of object trajectories and movement patterns
- Integration of radar and additional sensor data
- Configurable interface and feature set based on operational needs
- Support for continuous monitoring and threat assessment
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