Hovermap Core

Survey and inspection teams working in underground mines, confined infrastructure, and GPS-denied environments need LiDAR mapping capability that does not depend on satellite positioning to deliver accurate results. The Emesent Hovermap Core is a high-precision SLAM-based LiDAR mapping solution that pairs the Hovermap ST or ST-X hardware with a perpetual mapping licence, Aura data processing and visualisation software, and a mission planning app, providing a complete survey-grade mapping package for asset inspection, environment monitoring, and AEC survey projects from day one.

• Emesent SLAM LiDAR for accurate mapping with no GPS required: Hovermap Core uses Emesent's proven Simultaneous Localisation and Mapping technology to build accurate 3D point clouds in environments where GNSS signals are unavailable or unreliable, including underground mines, tunnels, building interiors, dense forest, and complex industrial facilities.
• Perpetual mapping licence included: Unlike subscription-only mapping packages, Hovermap Core includes a perpetual mapping licence, providing ongoing access to core mapping capability without recurring licence renewal costs after the initial purchase.
• Aura software for data processing and visualisation: Emesent's Aura platform handles point cloud processing, visualisation, and project management for Hovermap scan data, providing the complete post-capture workflow from raw LiDAR data to deliverable-ready point clouds within a single integrated environment.
• Scalable platform that grows with your requirements: Hovermap Core is the entry point into the full Emesent ecosystem. As operational needs evolve, the system can be upgraded to Mapping, Plus, or Autonomy packages, adding autonomous flight capability, point cloud colourisation, automated ground control points, and RTK GPS support without replacing the core hardware investment.
• 12-month standard warranty with software and firmware update access: Hovermap Core includes a standard product warranty, access to software and firmware updates, and product support for the initial 12-month period, ensuring the system stays current through the first year of operation.

Overview and Who It's For

Hovermap Core is designed for Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) professionals, underground mine survey teams, infrastructure asset managers, and inspection services who require survey-grade LiDAR mapping in GPS-denied and constrained environments. It is available with either the Hovermap ST or Hovermap ST-X system depending on operational requirements. The ST-X provides extended range and performance for larger or more complex environments. Contact Candrone for a current price quote and to confirm which Hovermap system is the right starting point for your project requirements.

Primary verticals:

• Mining: Underground mine mapping, drift and stope survey, void documentation, and change detection in GPS-denied underground environments where SLAM-based positioning is the only viable approach.
• Civil and Power: Tunnel inspection, bridge and infrastructure asset documentation, confined space survey, and construction progress monitoring in structures where aerial and mobile GNSS-based systems cannot operate.
• Survey and Mapping: AEC survey, as-built documentation, BIM data capture, and facility management scanning for buildings and complex structures requiring survey-grade indoor point cloud accuracy.

Key Specs

FAQs

What is the difference between Hovermap ST and Hovermap ST-X?
The Hovermap ST and ST-X are both SLAM-based LiDAR systems. The ST-X provides extended range and performance for larger or more complex environments. Visit the Hovermap ST product page or Hovermap ST-X product page to compare specifications, or contact Candrone to discuss which system suits your specific application.

Can Hovermap Core be upgraded to include autonomous flight capability?
Yes. Hovermap Core is the entry-level configuration in the Emesent product ecosystem. It can be upgraded to Mapping, Plus, or Autonomy packages as your requirements evolve, adding capabilities including autonomous flight, point cloud colourisation, automated Ground Control Points, and RTK GPS support without replacing the core hardware.

Does Hovermap Core work without GPS?
Yes. Hovermap Core uses Emesent's SLAM technology to build accurate 3D point clouds without relying on GNSS signals, making it effective in underground mines, building interiors, tunnels, and other GPS-denied environments where satellite-based positioning is unavailable.

How is Hovermap Core priced?
Pricing depends on the Hovermap hardware configuration selected (ST or ST-X) and any additional package requirements. Contact Candrone for a current price quote tailored to your operational needs.

Warranty and Returns

This product includes a standard manufacturer warranty from Emesent, including access to software and firmware updates and product support for the initial 12-month period. Candrone's standard return and exchange policy applies.

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