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Hovermap STX

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About Hovermap STX

Hovermap STX combines a 300-metre-range lidar, inertial sensing and Emesent’s SLAM processing in a 1.57-kilogram IP65 mapping unit. It captures up to 1.92 million points per second and creates three-dimensional maps while moving through GPS-denied or visually repetitive environments. The same payload can be carried by a drone, operator, backpack or ground vehicle.

When installed on a compatible drone, Hovermap supports waypoint autonomy, collision-aware flight and pilot-assistance functions in confined spaces. Emesent Commander manages missions and Aura processes, visualises and exports collected point clouds. The system is sold for mining, infrastructure, surveying, construction and industrial inspection workflows.

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Supply / Components

  • Hovermap STX

    Hesai Xt32m2x LIDAR For Hovermap Stx - sensors - Hesai Technology - Emesent Hovermap STX integrates a Hesai XT32M2X lidar sensor - source: emesent.com

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Research

  • Long-distance SLAM scanning of mine tunnel - testing of precision and accuracy of Emesent Hovermap ST-X

    2024-12-15 - Research Publication - This paper presents a detailed analysis of the Emesent Hovermap ST-X LiDAR scanner's precision in long-distance scanning of underground environments, specifically within the Josef mine's main gallery.

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Timeline

  • Emesent launches Hovermap ST-X with higher-resolution mobile mapping

    2023-09-05 - Product Launch - Emesent launched Hovermap ST-X as an upgraded mobile mapping and autonomy payload. The system increased mapping range and point-cloud detail for GPS-denied and industrial environments. The release strengthened Hovermap's role as a drone, robot and handheld spatial-intelligence payload.

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Context

Market context

Hovermap ST-X is a higher-capability variant in Emesent’s Hovermap ST LiDAR mapping range.

  • Target environment: Mines, tunnels, infrastructure, industrial facilities and other complex assets that require high-density LiDAR mapping.
  • Workflow context: Supports drone-mounted, ground-robot, vehicle, handheld and backpack mapping modes with Hovermap autonomy and point-cloud workflows.
  • Customer context: Survey, mining, infrastructure, AEC and industrial inspection teams comparing Hovermap ST-range options.
  • Deployment model: Commercial Hovermap variant within Emesent’s LiDAR mapping ecosystem.
  • Commercial maturity: Commercial variant described in Emesent’s ST range brochure and product materials.
  • Adoption constraints: Variant-level selection should be based on the latest Emesent datasheet and required range, density, autonomy and accessory needs.
  • Market position: Higher-end option in a widely used LiDAR-SLAM mapping payload family.
  • Adjacent products: Emesent Hovermap, Emesent Hovermap Backpack, Flyability Elios 3

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