Inertial Navigation Systems for ADAS – Advanced Driver Assistance Systems

Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) refer to a suite of safety and convenience features designed to assist drivers in operating their vehicles more safely and effectively.

ADAS and autonomous vehicles use multiple sensing technologies like LiDAR, radar, cameras, Inertial sensors and GNSS to ensure robustness in navigation and obstacle detection. Sensor fusion combines data from various sources to create an accurate, real-time model of the environment. These systems must function reliably even under adverse conditions (e.g., low light, fog, rain or tunnels), making sensor redundancy and data fusion critical to maintaining operational safety.

The development of autonomous technologies, also known as self-driving or driverless technologies, aim to allow a vehicle to operate without any human input.

We have designed advanced versions of motion and navigation sensors to be used in ADAS engineering and testing. Our products use powerful algorithmic processing to deliver the mandatory data for environment interpretation, decisions making, and vehicle control.

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Accurate navigation & positioning for autonomous vehicles

Our motion and navigation sensors offer numerous advantages for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and autonomous vehicles, contributing to enhanced safety, precision, and performance. These sensors integrate advanced technologies like Inertial Navigation Systems (INS) and GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) to provide real-time, highly accurate data on vehicle positioning, motion, and orientation, even in challenging environments.

We are renowned for our expertise in sensor engineering, extensive calibration techniques, and filtering algorithms. Our INS, combine data from accelerometers, gyroscopes, and GNSS to provide highly accurate and reliable positioning information.

Our technology is cornerstone to map the roads and surroundings with high accuracy and allow vehicles to navigate complex environments, accurately follow predefined routes and operate safely.

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Enhanced sensor fusion and reliable performance in all conditions

Our sensors are designed to seamlessly integrate with other systems like LiDAR, radar, and cameras, creating a comprehensive sensor fusion platform. Combining data from multiple sensors ensures more accurate mobile mapping. When one system encounters an issue, such as GNSS signal loss, inertial sensors maintain reliable vehicle position, improving safety and resilience.

Autonomous and ADAS technologies require consistent performance regardless of environmental conditions. All our sensors are engineered for robust operation in harsh environments (temperatures and vibrations) and complex GNSS areas where our INS solutions ensure continuous navigation when satellite signals reception is challenged entering tunnels, parking garages, or driving in urban areas around tall buildings.

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Enhancing localization and map-matching accuracy

Our inertial navigation systems use accelerometers and gyroscopes to calculate the vehicle’s position, velocity, and orientation by dead reckoning—independently of GNSS.
When paired with GNSS in a tightly coupled sensor fusion algorithm, it provides a continuous, highly accurate trajectory, even during GNSS outages.

With an integrated INS+GNSS system, the INS keeps a steady path even when signals are lost, providing accurate directions and location data to help the vehicle align with the correct road segment on the HD map. The combined system stops you from going the wrong way, missing exits, or doing unsafe manoeuvres because of localization errors.

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Our strengths in autonomous technologies

Our inertial navigation systems offer several advantages for autonomous vehicles or a ADAS system, including:

High-precision in dynamic conditions Accurate attitude, heading, and position data even during high-speed or high-G maneuvers, criticals for UAV stability and mission success.
Compact and lightweight design Designed for size and weight constrained platforms to not compromise payload capacity while maintaining robust performance.
Resilience to environmental challenges Calibrated for large temperature ranges and resistant to vibrations to deliver consistent performance in diverse operational environments.
Post-Processing support Post-mission data correction and analysis, enabling enhanced accuracy for mapping and surveying applications.

Solutions for ADAS systems

Our GNSS/INS sensors deliver accurate position, velocity, and orientation data in real time, ensuring reliable performance even in urban canyons or tunnels. With robust calibration, low latency, and easy integration, our solutions support safer, smarter, and more autonomous vehicles or ADAS systems.

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Ellipse-D

Ellipse-D is the smallest Inertial Navigation System with dual-antenna GNSS, offering precise heading and centimeter-level accuracy in any condition.
INS Dual Antenna RTK INS 0.05 ° Roll and Pitch 0.2 ° Heading
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Ekinox Micro

Ekinox Micro is a compact, high-performance INS with dual-antenna GNSS, delivering unmatched accuracy and reliability in mission-critical applications.
INS Internal GNSS single/dual antenna 0.015 ° Roll and Pitch 0.05 ° Heading
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Ekinox-D

Ekinox-D is an all-in-one Inertial Navigation System with integrated RTK GNSS receiver ideal for applications where space is critical.
INS Internal Geodetic dual antenna 0.02 ° Roll and Pitch 0.05 ° Heading
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Our brochures provide comprehensive insights to meet your needs. Designed to be both informative and engaging, they serve as a valuable resource for customers, partners, and stakeholders alike.

Our use cases

SBG Systems supports the development and validation of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) with high-precision inertial navigation solutions.
Discover how our clients have integrated our technology to enhance safety, performance, and innovation in ADAS applications.

Coast Autonomous

Driverless Shuttle with integrated RTK INS GNSS

Autonomous vehicles

Coast Autonomous
Unmanned Solution

Ellipse used in autonomous vehicles navigation

Autonomous navigation

UNMMANED SOLUTION Autonomous Vehicles
Leo Drive

Ellipse powers autonomous vehicles innovation

Autonomous vehicles navigation

Leo Drives Test Autonomous Car
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They talk about us

Discover how our customers and industry leaders recognize SBG Systems as a pioneer in inertial solutions for autonomous vehicle applications and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems. Our innovative technology combines high-performance inertial sensors and GNSS capabilities, setting the standard for precision and reliability in complex driving environments.

BoE Systems
“We heard some good reviews about SBG sensors being used in the surveying industry, so we conducted some tests with the Ellipse-D and the results were exactly what we needed.”
Jason L, Founder
Eberhard Karls Universität
“Ellipse-N was selected because it fulfills all the requirements and provides a unique balance of accuracy, size and weight.”
Uwe P, Dr. Ing.
University of Waterloo
“Ellipse-D from SBG Systems was easy to use, very accurate, and stable, with a small form factor—all of which were essential for our WATonoTruck development.”
Amir K, Professor and Director

Explore other autonomous vehicles applications

SBG Systems’ inertial navigation solutions support many autonomous vehicle applications beyond traditional passenger cars. Our sensors enable precise positioning, orientation, and motion data for unmanned ground vehicles and delivery robots. They also serve autonomous shuttles and industrial machines with real-time performance. Even in GNSS-denied environments, our technology ensures reliable navigation and control.


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What is the difference between ADAS in cars and self-driving cars?

ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) enhances driving safety by providing features like lane-keeping, adaptive cruise control, and automatic braking, but requires active driver supervision. In contrast, self-driving cars, equipped with autonomous driving systems, aim to fully automate vehicle operation without human intervention.

 

While ADAS supports drivers by assisting with tasks and improving safety, self-driving cars are designed to handle all aspects of autonomous driving, from navigation to decision-making, offering a higher level of automation (SAE levels) and convenience. ADAS characteristics or features are attributed to SAE levels below 3 and self-driving cars as such correspond to minimum level 4.