3000m! Another Breakthrough! Nanoradar Releases New Generation Drone Altimeter Radar

2025-05-23


Abstract

When using altimeter radar on drones, have you encountered the following issues? Short measurement range, low reliability, high power consumption......Nanoradar Launches the 3000m Drone Altimeter Radar: UAM285. Ultra-Long Range, Ultra-Stable, Ultra-Precise—Comprehensive Performance Evolution!

When using altimeter radar on drones, have you encountered the following issues?
Short measurement range
Low reliability
High power consumption
......

Nanoradar Launches the 3000m Drone Altimeter Radar: UAM285

 

Core Upgrades: Ultra-Long Range, Ultra-Stable, Ultra-Precise—Comprehensive Performance Evolution

Ultra-Long Range | Detection ≥ 3000m
Stable detection range ≥ 3000m, enabling ultra-line-of-sight scenarios such as high-altitude inspections. With a low power consumption of 6W, it is 2x+ lower than similar products, reducing power load and ensuring strong endurance even with the radar installed.

Ultra-Stable | 0.3m Near-Ground Safety
Uses static clutter filtering and phase processing to suppress transceiver coupling interference, improving near-ground signal-to-noise ratio, and achieving stable and reliable detection of targets as close as 0.3m.
Ultra-Precise | 0.03m High Precision
Through multi-mode switching, it achieves high precision at close range, up to ±0.03m, while maintaining a detection range of 3000m.

 

Aviation Certification Compatibility: Modular Design Meets Airworthiness Standards

Fault Isolation | Physical + Electrical Isolation to Minimize Fault Impact
Modules are physically and electrically isolated (e.g., power unit and signal unit are independently shielded), preventing single-point failures from spreading (e.g., power surges only affect the power module, not the core signal processing unit).

Environmental Adaptability | Unfazed by Extreme Challenges
Key modules can be reinforced for specific conditions (e.g., power unit designed for wide temperatures -40°C to 85°C, signal unit enhanced for electromagnetic interference resistance), adapting to complex aviation environments (high-altitude low temperatures, vibrations, etc.).
Modular design supports "hot-swapping" or quick replacement. For example, in aviation applications, if the communication interface unit is damaged, a spare module can be directly replaced, avoiding downtime and ensuring mission continuity.

Airworthiness-Level Safety | Complies with Airworthiness Standards
Independent modules naturally meet airworthiness requirements for functional isolation and fault tolerance.

 

Safe, Reliable, and Accurate Terrain Following

Self-Checking Hardware and Software | More Reliable Data
UAM285 integrates self-checking functions in both hardware and software, helping users verify data accuracy, further enhancing safety and ensuring reliable output in complex environments.

Terrain Information Output | Clear View of Ground Variations
Unlike GPS, which outputs altitude data, UAM285 provides terrain-following height data, effectively displaying ground undulations unaffected by terrain.

Multi-Sensor Fusion | Real-Time Tilt Angle Warning
Combines a six-axis gyroscope, accelerometer, and magnetometer to precisely monitor drone status. Issues tilt angle warnings when the drone tilts, prompting adjustments to radar installation or flight posture to ensure optimal detection performance.

 

Strong Adaptability for Complex Environments

All-Weather, Day-Night Operation | Unaffected by Rain, Snow, or Sandstorms
Compared to traditional barometric altimeters, millimeter-wave radar altimeters are largely unaffected by wind, rain, fog, or other harsh weather conditions. They operate stably in all weather and light conditions, including complete darkness.

High Protection Rating | Suited for Demanding Aviation Environments
With an IP67-rated enclosure, UAM285 is ideal for high-speed, high-impact, and high-vibration environments. It is suitable for most heavy-duty drone applications and operates reliably in rain, snow, humidity, fog, salt spray, and sandstorms.

 

Seamless Integration with Mainstream Open-Source Flight Controllers (APM & PX4)

As an official partner of APM and PX4, Nanoradar's drone radar is fully compatible with these flight control platforms. Its communication protocol aligns perfectly with the official platform protocols, enabling plug-and-play functionality and providing a "one-stop" smart solution from perception to control.
 

Easy Integration: Multiple Interfaces, Compact Size, Low Power Consumption

Rich Interfaces | Greater Flexibility
Offers UART (TTL), CAN, RS232, RS422, and RS485 interfaces to meet diverse integration needs and ensure efficient, convenient system connectivity.

Lightweight and Low Power | No Impact on Endurance
Weighs approximately 300g (with enclosure) and consumes only 6W, minimizing drone load and power consumption to maintain strong flight endurance.

Compact Size | Wide Compatibility
The single-board design measures just 174 × 88 × 21mm, with an integrated single-chip design to minimize size, making it perfect for drones of all types and specifications.

 

Multiple Application Scenarios


UAM285 is suitable for logistics drone altitude control, aircraft low-altitude landing, drone vertical towing, high-altitude inspections, and more. It deeply integrates radar technology into various sectors of the low-altitude economy, injecting new momentum into its development.


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