Laser Falcon is sensitive only to methane, so no false readings of other gases are possible. It is a class 3R eye-safe laser.
The concept is based on Infrared Absorption Spectroscopy. The laser emits light (spectral range of 1,65 μm), which reflects back and is captured by the sensor. The outgoing and incoming signals are compared with the built-in reference cell. If methane is present along the laser path, the laser light is partially absorbed. An algorithm calculates the gas concentration in ppm×m (parts per million multiplied by meter). The value is instantly transferred to the remote control (RC) of the drone pilot and to UgCS software.
| Feature | Laser Methane Copter (LMC) DL edition | Laser Falcon | ||
| Target gas | Methane (Ch4) and methane containing gasses (natural gas) | Methane (Ch4) and methane containing gasses (natural gas) | ||
| Compatibility with UgCS SkyHub | Yes It is also possible to convert handheld and Microdrones-compatible sensors into LMC DL contact ugcs@ugcs.com for information | Yes | ||
| Weight | 1kg | 0.3kg | ||
| Operating temperature | from -15 to +50 C | from -15 to +50 C | ||
| Sensitivity | 0-50 000 ppm x m | 0-50 000 ppm x m | ||
| Georeferenced data recording | Yes with UgCS SkyHub | Yes with UgCS SkyHub | ||
| Video recording with georeferencing and methane sensor data fusion | Yes requires UgCS SkyHub + UgCS ENTERPRISE software license | Yes requires UgCS SkyHub + UgCS ENTERPRISE software license | ||
| Recommended survey height above ground with sensor looking straight down (NADIR) | 15-20 m | 20-30 m | ||
| Max. detection distance | 30 m | 100 m | ||
| Min. detection distance | 0.5 m | 0.5 m | ||
| Sampling frequency | 2 Hz | 2 Hz | ||
| Recommended speed | 3-5 m/s | 3-5 m/s | ||
| Real-time data transmission | Yes requires UgCS SkyHub | Yes requires UgCS SkyHub | ||
| Embedded battery | Yes | No | ||
| Power from drone | No | Yes, 5-18V provided by UgCS SkyHub | ||
| Handheld mode (Display) | Yes | No | ||
| Laser safety class | Guide light (Green)”: Class 3R Measurement light (Infrared): Class 1 Safe for humans | Guide light (Red)”: Class 2 Measurement light (Infrared): Class 1 Safe for humans | ||
| Error | (+/-)10% distance to object up to 30m max. speed 5 m/s | (+/-)10% distance to object up to 50m max. speed 5 m/s | ||
| Detected value from distance 30m | 125 ppm x m | 125 ppm x m | ||
| Detected value from distance 50m | – | 250 ppm x m | ||
| Internal Gas-cell for self- calibration | Yes | Yes | ||
| DJI M300 RTK, M210 / M210 v2, M600 / 600 Pro support | Yes requires UgCS SkyHub | Yes requires UgCS SkyHub | ||
| Custom built drone with DJI A3 autopilot | Yes requires UgCS SkyHub | Yes requires UgCS SkyHub | ||
| Custom built drone with Pixhawk (Ardupilot/Px4) | Yes requires UgCS SkyHub contact ugcs@ugcs.com for more information | Yes requires UgCS SkyHub contact ugcs@ugcs.com for more information | ||
No, each device is designed to detect a specific gas. This provides a 100% probability of leak
detection of methane and not any other gas.
Laser radiation is completely safe, it corresponds to class 1.
Yes. It is an active device, it emits at a certain narrow wavelength, so it does not need additional
signal sources.
No. The detector contains a reference container with methane inside and calibration is performed
at each start-up and during operation.
The detector does not need to be verified because it is not a measuring tool.
It works remotely. There is no direct contact with the hazardous environment.
Yes, because glass transmits the near infrared radiation well.
The all-weather, multi-sensor flagship Zenmuse H30 Series integrates five major modules—a wide-angle camera, a zoom camera, an infrared thermal camera, a laser range finder, and an NIR auxiliary light. Employing cutting-edge intelligent algorithms, it revolutionizes perception and imaging standards, transcending the limitations of day and night vision. This makes it effortlessly suitable for a variety of operations, including public safety, energy inspection, water conservation, and forestry.
The all-weather, multi-sensor flagship Zenmuse H30 Series integrates five major modules—a wide-angle camera, a zoom camera, an infrared thermal camera, a laser range finder, and an NIR auxiliary light. Employing cutting-edge intelligent algorithms, it revolutionizes perception and imaging standards, transcending the limitations of day and night vision. This makes it effortlessly suitable for a variety of operations, including public safety, energy inspection, water conservation, and forestry.
The PSDK load can be fixed to the M30 series flight platform, and different types of PSDK loads can be quickly removed and replaced.
The PSDK load can be fixed to the M30 series flight platform, and different types of PSDK loads can be quickly removed and replaced.
