Waypoint Inertial Explorer (IE) is the flagship GNSS+INS post-processing software from NovAtel, designed to maximize the performance of GNSS+INS hardware by producing a high-accuracy “truth trajectory.” It integrates GNSS and inertial data using tightly and loosely coupled processing modes, ensuring precise results even with lower-grade inertial sensors. IE is trusted across industries for mobile mapping, aerial and hydrographic surveying, autonomous system development, and post-processing-as-a-service. With full support for major GNSS constellations, frequencies, and correction services, IE ensures reliable precision worldwide. Its flexible workflows, automated environment detection, and customizable processing options make it suitable for both novice and expert users.

Features

• Constellation & Frequency Support: GPS L1/L2/L5, GLONASS L1/L2, BeiDou B1I/B2I/B3I/B1C/B2A, Galileo E1/E5a/E5b, QZSS L1/L2C/L5.
• Coupled Processing Modes:
  • Loosely Coupled: GNSS trajectory processed first, then passed to inertial processor.
  • Tightly Coupled: GNSS and inertial data processed simultaneously for better signal availability and reduced error growth.
• Base Station Support: Up to 32 base stations per project.
• Boresight Module: Computes angular offsets between IMU and vehicle/camera frames.
• Lever Arm Estimation: Refines offsets between IMU and GNSS antenna.
• Processing Profiles: Built-in profiles for airborne, ground, pedestrian, UAV, and marine applications.
• Velocity Constraints: Optimized for pedestrian and ground vehicle use in poor GNSS conditions.
• Flexible Export Wizard: Outputs data in required format, rate, and coordinate frame.
• Direct Output Formats: Google Earth, RIEGL POF/POQ, DXF, SBET.
• Quality Control Reports: HTML-based QC summaries.
• Third-Party Compatibility: Supports generic GNSS+INS formats and integrates with NovAtel SPAN products.

Benefits

• High Accuracy: Produces reliable post-mission position, velocity, and attitude data.
• Resilient Positioning: Maintains GNSS signal availability in challenging environments.
• Streamlined Workflow: Project Wizard and automated environment detection simplify setup.
• Customizable Processing: Advanced users can tailor workflows to specific applications.
• Global Coverage: Access to thousands of reference stations via public networks and HxGN SmartNet.
• Versatile Application: Suitable for land, air, and marine projects across industries.
• SDK Integration: Waypoint SDK enables automation and workflow customization.