ARK Electronics has introduced the ARK G5 P8 RTK GPS, a DroneCAN module designed to provide high-precision positioning and enhanced resilience against GNSS interference.
Built around Septentrio’s mosaic-G5 P8 receiver, the module incorporates AIM+ Ultimate technology for protection against GNSS jamming and spoofing, alongside interference situational awareness and end-to-end authentication for secure operations.
The G5 P8 supports all-in-view, multi-constellation, quad-band satellite tracking, with configurable single- or dual-antenna operation and dual-antenna heading capability. The receiver also supports raw data output, low latency, and update rates of up to 100 Hz.
For additional navigation and sensing capabilities, the module integrates an ST IIS2MDC magnetometer, Bosch BMP390 barometer, InvenSense ICM-42688-P six-axis inertial measurement unit (IMU), and buzzer.
Hardware features include two Pixhawk-standard CAN connectors, USB-C connectivity, support for DroneCAN firmware updates, and LED indicators for GPS fix, RTK status, and system status.
Manufactured in the United States and NDAA compliant, the module measures 48.0 × 40.0 × 15.4 mm and weighs 13 g without an antenna. It operates from a 4.6–5.4 V supply and is available in configurations with no antenna, one antenna, or two antennas.
