The Inertial Labs Weapon Orientation Module - WOM provides a level of performance previously unseen in the world of miniature 3DOF orientation sensors. WOM employs the use of three axes each of gyroscopes, accelerometers, and magnetometers to track both slow and fast movements of weapons in real-time. With fully embedded capabilities to calibrate against soft- and hard-iron interference present within different weapons, the unit is able to be mounted to the weapon and calibrated by soldiers in the field. Orientation output can either be pulled on command or provided automatically as a result of a weapon firing events.
WOM is designed to operate on a multitude of weapons from small arms weapons like M16 and M4 to mortar systems and towed artillery. For each weapon system WOM has specific functions to best fit the operational utilization of that weapon. In operation WOM has embedded intelligence that allows it to assess each operational situation and determine the best means of providing accurate orientation output. When operating in a poor magnetic environment, WOM identifies this and adjusts its algorithms accordingly to maintain accuracy even in the presence of long-term magnetic disturbances.
KEY FEATURES AND FUNCTIONALITY
• Real-time weapon orientation tracking
• Highly accurate, sensitive, and temperature stable Fluxgate magnetometers (in-house technology)
• Gyro-Stabilized Slaved Magnetic Heading
• Advanced, extendable, embedded Kalman Filter based sensor fusion algorithms
• All solid state components (no moving parts)
• Tested to MIL-STD-810F, MIL-STD-461D and DO-160D standards
• Environmentally sealed (IP67)