Hexagon | NovAtel, a developer of precise positioning solutions for marine applications, has launched a new firmware update for its OEM7 family of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receivers.
This update introduces improvements in positioning reliability and accuracy. The firmware, proven in defense markets and now available to all customers, adds advanced tracking capabilities designed to enhance GNSS performance in challenging or obstructed environments, such as under foliage or in mixed urban scenarios.
The firmware enables improved position accuracy and availability by leveraging NovAtel’s SPAN GNSS+INS technology, Precise Point Positioning (PPP), and Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) capabilities. These enhancements are intended to support greater operational availability and reduce downtime across a range of industries and applications using the NovAtel OEM7 family of GNSS receivers.
This new firmware also provides a tracking improvement of 5-7 decibels (dB) and an acquisition improvement of 4-5 dB for most GNSS signals. Under challenging conditions, PPP Root Mean Squared (RMS) error is improved by up to 26%, while RTK RMS error is improved by up to 15%.
When using SPAN GNSS+INS technology in severely GNSS-challenged environments, the firmware also provides up to a 48% improvement in 3D position error.
Jonathan Auld, President, NovAtel Positioning Division, Hexagon, commented, “Our latest firmware release is a testament to our dedication to innovation and customer success. By enabling receivers to track weaker signals and maintain positioning in the most challenging environments, we are empowering our customers with the tools they need to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals with confidence.”
The latest firmware for OEM7 GNSS receivers is now available, and users can download the update for their specific platform from the NovAtel website.
