Holybro PX4FLOW V1.3.1 Optical Flow Sensor Smart Camera with MB1043 Sonar – High-Resolution CMOS, Gyroscope, USB Connectivity for Drones

The Holybro PX4FLOW V1.3.1 is an advanced optical flow sensor and smart camera designed to enhance the navigation and stability of drone and RC vehicle systems. Featuring cutting-edge imaging and motion detection technology, this sensor provides high-resolution optical flow data and distance measurements, making it ideal for precise altitude control, autonomous flight, and obstacle avoidance.

Key Features:

Ø  MT9V034 CMOS Sensor: Equipped with a machine vision CMOS sensor with a global shutter, the PX4FLOW V1.3.1 captures high-quality images with a native resolution of 752×480 pixels. The sensor offers superior light sensitivity with 24×24 µm super-pixels, ensuring reliable performance in varying light conditions.

Ø  High-Frequency Optical Flow Processing: The sensor processes optical flow data at a high rate, ranging from 120 Hz in indoor environments to 250 Hz in bright outdoor conditions. This allows for precise movement detection and stability control across different environments.

Ø  Advanced Gyroscope: Includes an onboard 16-bit gyroscope with a maximum rate of 2000°/s and an update rate of 780 Hz. The gyroscope operates in a default high-precision mode at 500°/s, providing accurate motion sensing and contributing to the overall stability of the system.

Ø  Integrated Sonar Sensor: Comes with a Maxbotix MB1043 sonar sensor already mounted and installed. This ultrasonic distance sensor provides accurate altitude measurements, enhancing the vehicle's capability to maintain precise altitude and avoid obstacles.

Ø  Flexible Connectivity: Features a USB bootloader and USB serial communication up to 921600 baud. This allows for live camera view integration with QGroundControl and other software, as well as USB power options for convenient operation.

Ø  Programmable and Versatile: The PX4FLOW V1.3.1 can be freely reprogrammed for various low-level computer vision tasks. It operates with a 168 MHz Cortex M4F CPU and comes with pre-programmed planar flow for position hold, though it is not currently supported by APM: Plane, APM: Copter, & APM: Rover firmware.

Ø  Lens and Light Filter: Includes a 16 mm M12 lens with an IR block filter to enhance imaging quality and ensure accurate flow detection.

Package Includes:

ü  PX4FLOW Board: The main optical flow sensor and smart camera unit.

ü  HRLV-MaxSonar MB1043: Integrated ultrasonic distance sensor for altitude measurement.

ü  6-pin to 6-pin 1.25mm Connection Leads: For connecting the PX4FLOW board to other components.

The Holybro PX4FLOW V1.3.1 Optical Flow Sensor Smart Camera with MB1043 offers a robust solution for enhancing drone and RC vehicle performance with high-resolution optical flow and accurate distance measurements. Its advanced imaging technology, high-frequency processing, and integration with an ultrasonic sensor make it ideal for precise altitude control and autonomous navigation. The sensor’s programmability and versatile connectivity options provide additional flexibility for various applications.