MTi-2 VRU

An industry-leading development platform

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Calibrated data

The MTi-2 is a self-contained vertical reference unit (VRU) featuring sensors that provide calibrated data on the rate of turn, the acceleration, and the magnetic field – all in 3D.

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Sensor fusion algorithm

A sensor fusion algorithm computes 3D orientation data based on a gravity reference frame: drift-free roll, pitch, and accurate, unreferenced yaw.

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Smallest industrial grade form factor

As part of the MTi 1-series, it is among the smallest of its kind available, with each module measuring only 12.1 × 12.1 mm and weighing <1 g.

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Comprehensive, all-in-one solution

Suitable for a wide range of (embedded) applications, the MTi-2 is part of the MTi 1-series. It’s a comprehensive, all-in-one solution that eliminates the need for you to design your own system and incorporate separate gyroscopes, accelerometers and other sensors.

Sensor fusion performance
Roll, pitch 0.5 deg RMS
Yaw/heading unreferenced, low drift
Position Strapdown Integration (SDI): Yes
Sensing components
Gyroscope
Standard full range 2000 deg/s
In-run bias stability 6 deg/h
Noise density 0.003 °/s/√Hz
Accelerometer
Standard full range 16g
In-run bias stability 40 µg
Noise density 70 µg/√Hz
Magnetometer onboard
System specifications
Mechanical
IP-rating (equivalent) IP00
Dimensions 12.1 × 12.1 × 2.55 mm
Weight: 0.6 g
Electrical
Input voltage 2.8 to 3.6 V
Power consumption (typ.) <100 mW @ 3 V
Interfaces / IO
Interfaces UART, SPI, I²C
Protocols Xbus
Output frequency Up to 1 kHz

 

Complete and detailed specifications are available at mtidocs.xsens.com 

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Free to download MT Software Suite

The MT Software Suite gives you easy access to the MTi-2 and contains a specially developed, easy-to-use graphical user interface, as well as drivers for various operating systems. It also offers many other useful tools, for example source code and documentation.

 

The suite comes with complete documentation. Of course, you can also always contact our technical support staff if you have questions.

The MT Software Suite includes different software programs, such as: 

MT Manager (GUI) MT Manager (GUI)

This provides you with easy access to all the functions of your MTi from the comfort of your office. MT Manager enables recording and playback of data, real-time data viewing, including graphs, and easy configuration of settings. 

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This program is for self-developing your software to communicate with our sensor, including: programming examples for C, C++, C#, MATLAB, Python, ROS, and Nucleo/STM boards. 

Magnetic Field Mapper Magnetic Field Mapper

Magnetic Field Mapper (MFM) is a calibration tool for conducting magnetic calibration, available as GUI for Windows and as SDK. 

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Keeping a boat still on
moving water

 

A crucial role in this platform is played by an MTi-2 motion tracker from Xsens, providing real-time measurements of roll and pitch to enable the HamiltonJet system to fix the position of a vessel on the water.

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Choose the option that works best for you

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If want to work with the MTi-2 for the first time, we recommend getting started with the MTi-3 DK.

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You can purchase an MTi-2 via any of our resellers in or near your country or through an online catalogue.

 

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For any final questions or comparisons, feel free to contact our product support team. 

 

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