Mouser Stocks New Xsens Sirius Navigation Modules
The quad-band GNSS/INS units provide high-precision positioning for autonomous systems built to survive high-vibration conditions.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Robotics
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Mouser Electronics has added the Xsens Sirius RTK GNSS/INS modules to its inventory. These new navigation and positioning units combine quad-band GNSS receivers with integrated sensor fusion to maintain tracking accuracy.
Why it matters
The modules are designed to provide consistent positioning data in environments where traditional satellite navigation systems often suffer from signal degradation. This addition expands the available hardware options for engineers developing high-precision robotics and autonomous systems.
The modules incorporate a quad-band GNSS receiver and provide real-time uncertainty output to verify data quality. Hardware connectivity includes RS232, RS422, CAN, and CAN-FD interfaces, all tested to meet MIL-STD-202 standards for shock and vibration resistance.
The players
Mouser Electronics
A global distributor of semiconductors and electronic components serving 650,000 customers from its 1.5 million-square-foot facility in Dallas.
Xsens
A manufacturer specializing in inertial sensor technology and motion tracking solutions used in autonomous robotics and industrial navigation.
The details
The Sirius modules utilize sensor fusion—a process that merges data from multiple sensors to achieve more accurate results than any single source—to ensure reliable positioning. By combining a quad-band Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receiver with an Inertial Navigation System (INS), the device provides continuous output even during signal loss. The system includes built-in uncertainty metrics, allowing developers to monitor the confidence level of their positional data in real-time.
Timeline
October 15, 2026: Mouser Electronics began stocking the Xsens modules.
The Tech Race
This release follows the trend of integrating high-level sensor fusion directly into compact modules intended for industrial automation. The device directly competes in the high-precision navigation market by providing MIL-STD-202 rated performance for developers building resilient autonomous platforms.
Engineers and robotics developers can integrate these modules into systems requiring high-reliability navigation in challenging terrain. The hardware is currently available through the distributor's global network, though specific project-level pricing depends on order volume.
The takeaway
Reliable navigation remains a critical hurdle for outdoor autonomous systems operating outside of controlled environments. Developers should track future performance benchmarks of the Sirius modules against open-field drift tests to determine their viability for long-range navigation tasks.
Further reading
For more developments in navigation and automation hardware, visit Robotics.
More information
View full technical specifications on the Xsens Sirius module product page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Military & Aerospace Electronics.
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