OSCP is an innovative developer of low-SWaP MEMS and photonic inertial sensing solutions for reliable navigation in GNSS-denied and contested environments.
Unmanned Systems Technology (UST) is pleased to announce the addition of One Silicon Chip Photonics (OSCP) to our global supplier ecosystem. Their new Gold supplier profile showcases a range of advanced inertial measurement units (IMUs) and photonic sensing technologies designed to deliver reliable motion and heading data for unmanned and autonomous systems.
Designed and manufactured in Canada, OSCP’s ITAR-free inertial sensors support navigation in challenging environments where GNSS signals may be degraded, jammed, spoofed, or unavailable. The company’s innovative photonic gyroscope technology uses the Sagnac effect to measure rotation, miniaturizing the optical sensing path onto a semiconductor chip. This approach eliminates the need for lengthy precision-wound optical fibers while providing resistance to vibration and electromagnetic interference.
Key products and capabilities from OSCP include:
MK2M2 Tactical-Grade MEMS IMU: A compact 11-DoF inertial sensor combining gyroscopes, accelerometers, magnetometers, and inclinometers. Weighing just 75 g, the IP67-certified unit is ideal for drone autopilots, ground robotics, and SWaP-constrained applications.
MK2E2 Hybrid Photonic IMU: An 11-DoF inertial sensor integrating a photonic optical Z-axis gyroscope with MEMS technology, providing enhanced heading performance during GNSS interruptions. In a 21-minute road test, the MK2E2 demonstrated a final horizontal position error of 5.7 m, compared with 20.5 m for the MEMS-based MK2M2.
MK2Z Navigation-Grade Photonic IMU: A hybrid photonic IMU prototype designed for demanding unmanned applications requiring exceptional heading stability and low drift during extended GNSS outages. Featuring optical Z-axis gyro in-run bias stability of less than 0.01°/hr typical, the MK2Z is available for early-access evaluation.
InertialGate Evaluation & Gateway Kit: A compact, plug-and-play interface board that simplifies MK2 IMU integration and evaluation, featuring RS-422, CAN-FD, USB-C connectivity, and Raspberry Pi HAT+ compatibility.
OSCP’s inertial sensing portfolio supports a wide range of unmanned applications across air, ground, and maritime domains. By combining compact MEMS technology with advanced photonic gyroscopes, the company enables developers and system integrators to select solutions that balance size, weight, power consumption, and navigation performance according to mission requirements.
To learn more about OSCP’s photonic inertial sensing technology and GNSS-resilient navigation solutions, visit their full Gold supplier profile on Unmanned Systems Technology.
