The SkyHub Software Package for SENSYS MagDrone by SPH Engineering is the dedicated software add-on that integrates the SENSYS MagDrone magnetometer system with the SkyHub onboard computer. Combining SkyHub firmware with a companion UgCS application, it enables automated magnetic field data acquisition, real-time sensor monitoring, and georeferenced data logging — transforming any SkyHub-equipped UAV into a precision aerial magnetometry platform for UXO detection, archaeological survey, mineral exploration, and geophysical mapping.
Supported Hardware
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SENSYS MagDrone — High-sensitivity UAV-optimized fluxgate magnetometer system for aerial magnetic field measurement and anomaly detection
Key Features
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MagDrone Sensor Integration — Full hardware integration between the SENSYS MagDrone and SkyHub onboard computer via dedicated firmware; manages sensor initialization, configuration, and data stream handling
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Automated Georeferenced Data Acquisition — Continuous, timestamped magnetic field data captured and synchronized with UAV GPS position and telemetry for georeferenced magnetic anomaly maps
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Real-Time Sensor Monitoring — Live magnetometer data streamed to the UgCS companion application on the ground station during flight for immediate anomaly detection and survey quality control
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UgCS Companion Application — Integrated UgCS plugin for MagDrone sensor control, mission-triggered acquisition, and real-time data display throughout the survey
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SkyHub Firmware Included — Package includes the required SkyHub onboard firmware update for SENSYS MagDrone support
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Consistent Sensor Altitude — Pairs with SkyHub True Terrain Following software for precise, consistent sensor-to-surface distance across variable terrain
Applications
- UXO (unexploded ordnance) detection and clearance surveys
- Archaeological subsurface feature detection and site mapping
- Mineral exploration and geological mapping
- Pipeline and buried infrastructure detection
- Environmental site investigation
- Geophysical baseline surveys for engineering and construction projects
Requirements
- SPH Engineering SkyHub onboard computer hardware (required)
- SkyHub Core Software Package (required)
- UgCS ground control software license (required)
- SENSYS MagDrone magnetometer system (sold separately)