Yes. UXO search is one of the principal applications of the MagDrone R3. The system can help identify magnetic anomalies associated with buried ferrous objects. However, the detection of a specific UXO item depends on factors including the object’s size, composition, depth, orientation and magnetic signature.

Contact JBUAS to discuss the SENSYS MagDrone R3 and find the right configuration for archaeology, UXO detection, buried infrastructure or geophysical surveying.

The SENSYS MagDrone R3 is available from JBUAS for professional UAV magnetic surveying.

JBUAS offers specialist UAV sensor systems for short-term hire and proof-of-concept projects. Availability can vary by system and deployment date, so customers should contact JBUAS for current R3 hire options. JBUAS also notes that customers hiring sensor systems are expected to be competent in flying sensor missions with UgCS, with training available where required.

The standard R3 package includes the sensor tube containing two FGM3D/75 sensors, data logger, rechargeable batteries, charging equipment, cables, accessories, documentation and MagDrone DataTool software. SkyHub, TTF and the UAV are additional components when purchasing a complete integrated survey solution.

Flight time depends on the UAV, battery configuration, payload, weather, flight speed and survey parameters.

The published operating temperature range is -20°C to +50°C.

Current SENSYS specifications list the R3 at approximately 750 g, increasing to approximately 884 g with its Li-Ion battery.

Yes. UAV magnetic surveys can be particularly useful where conventional ground surveying is difficult or impractical. Potential applications include: Rough or uneven ground Boggy areas Dense vegetation Agricultural land Former industrial sites Large open areas Areas where access is restricted The UAV can collect magnetic data without requiring survey personnel to traverse the entire site.

The MagDrone R3 can be used for geophysical and geological applications, including mineral prospecting.

Detecting buried infrastructure, including metal pipes and shielded cables, is a key application of the R3.

Yes. The R3 is suitable for archaeological magnetic surveys. Aerial magnetometry can identify magnetic anomalies associated with buried archaeological features, including ditches, pits, hearths, structures and other anthropogenic features. UAV surveying can also allow large or difficult-to-access areas to be investigated efficiently.

The SENSYS MagDrone R3 is a lightweight, UAV-mounted fluxgate magnetometer.

Yes. Survey data can be exported for further processing and visualisation using compatible geospatial and specialist geophysical software. This allows magnetic anomalies to be incorporated into wider survey and mapping workflows.

The R3 is supplied with MagDrone DataTool. The software can be used for functions such as data filtering, flight-track identification, noise compensation, data export and survey preview. MAGNETO® is available as an optional specialist software solution for further data processing and interpretation.

Yes. The R3 can provide live readings via Bluetooth using the SENSYS Remote App. The app can be used to check system status, start and stop recording and view live readings at a lower sampling rate for monitoring purposes.

Yes. The R3 incorporates a dedicated data logger with internal memory.

Yes. The R3 is designed to work with the DJI Matrice 300 RTK and the DJI Matrice 350 RTK.

The R3 is designed for UAVs with a minimum payload capacity of approximately 1 kg, according to SENSYS. JBUAS specifically highlights the DJI Matrice 300 RTK and other suitable small- and medium-sized UAV platforms. The exact aircraft configuration should be confirmed before purchase.

JBUAS recommends operating the MagDrone R3 with UgCS SkyHub and UgCS True Terrain Following. The TTF radar can help the UAV follow variations in terrain while maintaining a low sensor height. JBUAS states that the system can also operate over light vegetation and water, including water with waves.

A high sampling rate allows the magnetometer to collect more measurements as the UAV travels across the survey area. This can be particularly valuable when the drone is travelling at higher speeds, helping maintain an appropriate density of magnetic measurements along each flight line.

The MagDrone R3 has two three-axis FGM3D/75 fluxgate sensors. The sensors are arranged horizontally and parallel to each other, with their centres approximately 1 metre apart.

The MagDrone R3 can be used for a range of aerial magnetic survey applications, including: UXO (unexploded ordnance) detection Archaeological surveys Buried pipe and cable detection Geophysical exploration Geological surveys Mineral prospecting Detection of buried metallic objects Surveying difficult or inaccessible terrain JBUAS specifically identifies UXO detection, buried infrastructure, archaeology and the detection of underground metal objects as key applications.