{"id":1902,"date":"2026-06-21T07:23:57","date_gmt":"2026-06-21T03:23:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gulfnetemirates.com\/drs\/product\/geolux-lx-80-ab-water-level-kit\/"},"modified":"2026-08-03T11:03:46","modified_gmt":"2026-08-03T07:03:46","slug":"geolux-lx-80-ab-water-level-kit","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.gulfnetemirates.com\/drs\/product\/geolux-lx-80-ab-water-level-kit\/","title":{"rendered":"Geolux LX-80-AB Water Level Measurement Kit"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Geolux LX-80-AB Water Level Measurement Kit for Drones<\/h2>\r\n<p>The Geolux LX-80-AB is an airborne 80 GHz radar water-level sensor that measures the distance from the sensor to a water surface without contact. Flown autonomously at 30\u201340 m along a river, it produces water surface elevation profiles with centimetre accuracy \u2014 turning a drone into a flying hydrometric station for rivers, channels, reservoirs and industrial tanks. Because water is an excellent reflector of microwaves, water targets dominate the radar return for clean, reliable readings.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"gne-vid-title\">Profiling a River\u2019s Water Surface Elevation Using a UAV-Borne Water Level Radar<\/h2>\r\n<div style=\"position:relative;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;overflow:hidden;border-radius:10px;\"><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KIeUIKbdXZU?modestbranding=1&#038;rel=0&#038;iv_load_policy=3&#038;fs=1\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen title=\"Profiling river water surface elevation using UAV-borne water level radar\"><\/iframe><\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"gne-zz\"><div class=\"gne-zz-media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gulfnetemirates.com\/drs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/geolux-lx-80-ab-gallery-03b.jpg\" alt=\"Drone carrying the Geolux LX-80-AB water level radar over a river\"><\/div><div class=\"gne-zz-text\"><h3>Contactless water levels from the air<\/h3><p>The LX-80-AB transmits a frequency-modulated wave in the 80 GHz (W-band) range and measures the frequency shift of the reflection from the water surface. Flown along a river at 30\u201340 m, it captures continuous water surface elevation profiles with centimetre accuracy \u2014 no gauges, no in-water installation, and access to reaches a boat or person cannot safely reach.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"gne-zz gne-zz--rev\"><div class=\"gne-zz-media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gulfnetemirates.com\/drs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/geolux-lx-80-ab-desc-01.jpg\" alt=\"Water surface elevation profile measured with the Geolux LX-80-AB\"><\/div><div class=\"gne-zz-text\"><h3>SkyHub-logged, drone-agnostic<\/h3><p>The kit connects to the SkyHub onboard computer, which logs the georeferenced data and lets the sensor fly on a range of platforms including the DJI M350\/M300 RTK and Pixhawk-based drones. It ships with the sensor, SkyHub cable, gimbal and mountings, and data-logging software \u2014 the airborne version of the proven Geolux LX-80.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\r\n<h2 class=\"gne-sec-h\">Applications<\/h2>\r\n<p>Water level monitoring for rivers, channels and lakes; water reservoir monitoring and irrigation control; level measurement of fluids in the chemical industry; and level monitoring in wastewater and industrial applications.<\/p>\r\n<h2 class=\"gne-sec-h\">Service &amp; Warranty<\/h2>\r\n<p>Supplied by GulfNet Emirates Drone &amp; Robotic Systems with UAE-based technical support, integration guidance and full manufacturer warranty. The LX-80-AB requires the SkyHub onboard computer and additional components for drone operation \u2014 request a quote and our team will propose the complete, ready-to-fly hydrometric kit.<\/p>\r\n<h2 class=\"gne-sec-h\">Key Specifications<\/h2>\r\n<table class=\"gne-specs\"><tbody><tr><td>Sensor type<\/td><td>80 GHz (W-band) FMCW radar water-level sensor \u2014 contactless<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Measurement principle<\/td><td>Frequency-modulated radar wave reflected off the water surface<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Accuracy<\/td><td>Centimetre-level water surface elevation<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Operating altitude<\/td><td>30\u201340 m, autonomous flight along the river<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Output<\/td><td>Water surface elevation profiles<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Onboard computer<\/td><td>Requires the SkyHub onboard computer for data logging<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Supported drones<\/td><td>DJI M350 \/ M300 RTK and Pixhawk-based drones (via SkyHub)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Base sensor<\/td><td>Airborne version of the Geolux LX-80<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Certifications<\/td><td>EN 61326-1, ETSI EN 301 489-1\/-3, EN 62368-1, EN 60950-22, EN 61010-1, FCC Part 15 Class B, ISED RSS211<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>In the kit<\/td><td>Geolux LX-80-AB radar level sensor, cable to SkyHub onboard computer, gimbal and mountings, data-logging software<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SKU<\/td><td>IS-GEOLUX-LX-80-AB<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\r\n<h2 class=\"gne-sec-h\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\r\n<div class=\"gne-faq\"><details><summary>How accurate is it?<\/summary><p>It delivers water surface elevation profiles with centimetre accuracy when flown autonomously at 30\u201340 m along a river.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>Does it need to touch the water?<\/summary><p>No. It is a contactless radar sensor \u2014 it measures the distance to the water surface from the air, so there is no in-water installation.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>What do I need to run it?<\/summary><p>The SkyHub onboard computer is required to log the data. Via SkyHub it works with drones including the DJI M350\/M300 RTK and Pixhawk-based platforms. The kit includes the sensor, SkyHub cable, gimbal, mountings and logging software.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>How is this different from the ground Geolux LX-80?<\/summary><p>The LX-80-AB is the &#8220;airborne&#8221; version of the Geolux LX-80, packaged with a gimbal, mountings, SkyHub cable and logging software for drone-based surveys rather than fixed installation.<\/p><\/details><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Airborne 80 GHz radar water-level sensor for drones \u2014 measures water surface elevation contactlessly with centimetre accuracy from 30\u201340 m. 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