The RedEdge-MX is a rugged, built-to-last, professional multispectral sensor, now with a metallic enclosure for extreme durability. It captures the spectral bands required for basic crop health indexes and additional bands needed for advanced analytics.
MicaSense RedEdge-MX Multispectral Sensor
Key Features
CALIBRATED NARROW BANDS
Five narrow high resolution (8 cm/pixel at 400 ft) spectral bands captured during one flight. Calibrated for precise, repeatable measurements.
RUGGED AND DURABLE
New aluminum body for better durability and performance in higher temperatures. Global shutter imagers - no gimbal required and no moving parts.
FULL FLEXIBILITY
Compact size allows for integration with a wide variety of drones. Full access to raw data; outputs can be generated using a wide variety of processing and analysis platforms.
The Industry Standard Multispectral Sensor
Providing a comprehensive view into crop health
PHENOTYPING | Manually measuring plant characteristics is time-consuming. RedEdge-MX captures more data in less time, allowing researchers to understand how different breeds react to certain environments and modify desirable traits in order to improve yield. |
SPECIES DIFFERENTIATION | Some differences among species may not be visible to the naked eye. High-quality multispectral data allows for species differentiation by highlighting characteristics such as chlorophyll content, vigor, and leaf size. |
CROP HEALTH MAPPING | Low chlorophyll content is often an early indicator of plant stress. RedEdge-MX captures both visible and invisible spectral bands. From the different bands, it is possible to generate indices to see individual chlorophyll levels in the plants and compare over time. |
WEED DETECTION | Analytics developed with multispectral data can identify and highlight weeds, as weeds may have a different spectral signature than the planted crop. |
WATER MANAGMENT | RedEdge-MX can provide powerful insights into water management. For example, color composites using the NIR band (like CIR) can help users identify overly damp areas. In addition, areas that are benefiting from excess irrigation will be highlighted. |
ADVANCED CROP SCOUTING | High-quality multispectral imagery provides advanced field scouting capabilities. In one flight, it is possible to collect accurate and geotagged information of a problem, making easy to assess the situation and determine the appropriate intervention. |
FERTILIZER MANAGMENT | RedEdge-MX not only allows for easy identification of areas low in nutrients but also help monitor the effects of fertilizer applications throughout the season and determine if, when, and where a new application is needed. |
TERRIAN MODELING | One of the advantages of a calibrated multispectral sensor is the generation of aligned outputs, which can be used to create digital surface models (DSM). A DSM provides insights into water management, land uses and terrain elevation. |
DISEASE IDENTIFICATION | RedEdge-MX captures a critical part of the light spectrum for studying plants (712–722 nm), called the red edge band. It is in this section of the spectrum that the first signs of stress start to show. Using analytics generated with the red edge band, growers can identify disease sooner and act faster to stop the spread. |
LEAK SCOUTING | By measuring the reflectance on the red edge band, RedEdge allows the detection of irrigation leaks. The reflectance of the plants located in the areas with excessive irrigation varies from the rest of the field, oftentimes appearing healthier and showing high NDRE values. |
Fly. Process. Analyze.
Calibrated Multispectral Imagery
RedEdge-MX is one of the most flexible solutions on the market, with optimized GSD (resolution), the new DLS 2 light sensor, a global shutter for distortion-free images, the ability to generate plant health indexes and RGB (color) images from one flight, and the freedom of platform-agnostic data. All in a compact size and low weight that allow it to be used with a wide variety of unmanned aircraft systems.
MicaSense Increases Data Accuracy and Repeatability
You know the benefits of forecasting and data precision. We have a focus on accuracy and repeatability in our data and analysis, so that you can trust the data we help you gather. Take a look at our blog to see multiple case studies that can show you how we do it and how it can help your business.
RedEdge-MX Sensor Specifications
| Weight | 231.9 g (8.18 oz.) |
| Dimensions | 8.7cm x 5.9cm x 4.54cm |
| External Power | 4.2 V DC - 15.8 V DC |
| Spectral Bands | Blue, green, red, red edge, near-IR |
| Wavelength (nm) | Blue (475 nm center, 32 nm bandwidth), |
| RGB Color Output | Global shutter, aligned with all bands |
| Ground Sample Distance (GSD) | 8 cm per pixel (per band) at 120 m (~400 ft) AGL |
| Capture Rate | 1 capture per second (all bands), 12-bit RAW |
| Interfaces | Serial, 10/100/1000 ethernet, removable Wi-Fi, external trigger, GPS, SDHC |
| Field of View | 47.2° HFOV |
| Triggering Options | Timer mode, overlap mode, external trigger mode (PWM, GPIO, serial, and Ethernet options), manual capture mode |
RedEdge-MX Sensor Kit Details
Standard Kit
RedEdge-MX Kit Includes:
RedEdge-MX Sensor
DLS 2 with Embedded GPS
Lens Cover
SD Card
Calibrated Reflectance Panel (CRP)
Cables and Mounting Screws
Hard Carrying Case
Quick Start Guide
DJI Skyport Kit
RedEdge-MX Kit Includes:
RedEdge-MX Sensor
DLS 2 with Embedded GPS
Lens Cover
SkyPort Adapter
SD Card
Calibrated Reflectance Panel (CRP)
Cables and Mounting Screws
Hard Carrying Case
Quick Start Guide
Download RedEdge-MX Specifications and Data Sheet
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