Solution(s)
Client(s) or partner(s)
Country
Canada
Key Drone Functionalities
SLAM algorithm for real-time positioning and mapping
ODA system for multi-directional obstacle avoidance
Transport Canada
Challenge
Transport Canada required an autonomous RPAS for 3D reconnaissance in GPS-denied environments to aid in emergency response, rescue operations, and efficiently map places like underground mines.
Solution
ARA Robotics developed an RPAS equipped with a tactical 3D reconnaissance system. To put the system to the test, ARA Robotique went to do flight tests in an underground mine to create a 3D map of the place.
Result
The RPAS successfully operated 250 meters underground in mine drifts, even when beyond the pilot’s visual line of sight, marking the first use of an ARA drone with SLAM technology in such an environment.
Qualia now benefit from a system that not only simplifies multi-vehicle routing but also offers an unprecedented 4D airspace perspective. The precision and real-time tracking capability have elevated their RPAS functions, making them more secure and efficient than ever.
Guillaume Charland-Arcand | CTO & Co-Fondateur
Dowen specializes in Robotics with expertise in SLAM algorithms, lidar-odometry, and sensor fusion. He also possesses skills in mechanical design and manufacturing, blending technical precision with practical application in the field of robotics.
Duowen Qian
Véronique is the Communications and Marketing Advisor at ARA Robotics. Having graduated from the University of UQAM with a degree in graphic design, she plays a pivotal role in shaping the brand's visual narrative and ensuring effective communication strategies.
Véronique Lapierre — Author
Dowen specializes in Robotics with expertise in SLAM algorithms, lidar-odometry, and sensor fusion. He also possesses skills in mechanical design and manufacturing, blending technical precision with practical application in the field of robotics.
Duowen Qian
Qualia now benefit from a system that not only simplifies multi-vehicle routing but also offers an unprecedented 4D airspace perspective. The precision and real-time tracking capability have elevated their RPAS functions, making them more secure and efficient than ever.
Guillaume Charland-Arcand
CTO & Co-Fondateur
ARA Robotics’ RPAS flying 250 meters underground
Our breakthrough in autonomous drones for GPS-denied environments, complete with 3D reconnaissance, stands as a testament to ARA's dedication to innovation. From rapid emergency responses to ensuring the safety of mining personnel, the implications are vast for this project.
Guillaume Charland-Arcand | CTO & co-founder