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Pathfinder Unattended Ground Sensors (Mini / XL) vs Seismo Unattended Ground Sensor (UGS) Security System
Spec comparison for two products on Aviation Souk. Both compete in perimeter-security.
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Pathfinder Unattended Ground Sensors (Mini / XL)
by ara
Combat-proven expendable seismic ground sensors for covert, gateway-free perimeter early warning
perimeter-security
Seismo Unattended Ground Sensor (UGS) Security System
by rbtec
Buried seismic geophone strings with AI classification of footsteps versus vehicles — invisible, unsabotageable.
| Cost of ownership | Pathfinder Unattended Ground Sensors (Mini / XL) | Seismo Unattended Ground Sensor (UGS) Security System |
|---|---|---|
| Price tier | — | — |
| Lead time (weeks) | ?–? | ?–? |
| Delivery | — | — |
| Install | — | — |
| GCC airports deployed | 0 | 0 |
| Certifications | 0 | 0 |
Specs
Technical specifications.
| Spec | Pathfinder Unattended Ground Sensors (Mini / XL) | Seismo Unattended Ground Sensor (UGS) Security System |
|---|---|---|
| Sensing modality | Seismic — human footstep and off-road vehicle detection with intelligent machine-learning classification algorithms | — |
| Footstep detection radius | up to 10 (seismically quiet environments, proper emplacement) m | — |
| Light off-road vehicle detection radius | up to 20 (ATVs, dirt bikes) m | — |
| Transmission range | typically up to 10 (terrain dependent; no gateways, repeaters or relays; elevated receiver antenna greatly increases range) km | — |
| Radio versions | Low-power FCC-approved radio (up to 1 km) or high-power radio (up to 10 km); factory set at time of order | — |
| Operating frequencies | Six regional options covering US/Canada, EU, Africa, India, South Korea and South America; factory set by deployment location | — |
| Transmit frequency (US datasheet variant) | 916 MHz at 0 dBm output; FCC waiver available to 20 dBm for certain domestic applications | — |
| Mini — dimensions | 2.6 in diameter x 2.2 in height | — |
| Mini — weight | 0.5 lb | — |
| Mini — batteries | 2 x 3.6 V lithium-ion (embedded) | — |
| Mini — battery life | up to 6 months | — |
| XL — dimensions | 2.6 in diameter x 4.75 in height | — |
| XL — weight | 1.0 lb | — |
| XL — batteries | 8 x 3.6 V lithium-ion (embedded) | — |
| XL — battery life | up to 24 months | — |
| Current draw | <2 uA off; <600 uA on; 250 mA peak during transmission | 500 mA @ 12 V |
| Battery-life basis | No more than 50 alerts/day in moderate temperatures; extreme high/low temperatures reduce battery life | — |
| False-alarm discrimination | Rain-filtering algorithms; discriminates small animals (dogs, groundhogs); occasional false alarms for large quadrupeds (horses, cows) | — |
| Link architecture | Line of sight, non-line of sight and beyond line of sight capable; no internet required | — |
| C2 integration | Seamless integration with Tactical Assault Kit (TAK); camera slew-to-cue and UAS fly-to-cue via ARA interface control document (ICD) | — |
| Scalability | Single facility to large areas (square miles); additional sensors integrate seamlessly into an existing kit | — |
| Export classification | ECCN 6A999.a under US Export Administration Regulations; export licence may be required depending on destination, user and end use | — |
| Detection principle | — | Buried seismic geophone sensing units with real-time AI classification; designed to pick up only security-related vibrations — does not sense earthquakes |
| Detection pattern per sensor | — | Circular (360°), up to 10 m (33 ft) diameter |
| Sensors per system | — | 4 or 8 geophone sensing units + analyzer |
| Sensor spacing | — | 6-10 m (20-32 ft), pre-installed on the cable |
| Coverage per system | — | Up to 80 m (250 ft) |
| Detection coverage | — | 4-sensor system: 4x 10 m diameter; 8-sensor system: 8x 10 m diameter |
| Installation layouts | — | Line (up to ~40 m / 130 ft run) or square (~22-40 m / 80-130 ft) configurations |
| Event classification | — | Steps / vehicle, with configurable sensitivity level per threat type |
| Sensitivity | — | Set and registered per sensor |
| Calibration | — | Machine-learning algorithm continuously auto-calibrates to environmental influences; included calibration software (Windows PC, Ethernet needed for configuration only) |
| Versions | — | Standalone or IP network |
| Outputs | — | Dry-contact relays, N.O./N.C.; optional wireless |
| Integration | — | Any existing security system, burglar alarm or CCTV via dry contact / DC relay |
| Power supply | — | 12-48 VDC |
| Sensor ingress protection | — | IP68 |
| Operating temperature | — | -30°C to +70°C (-22°F to +158°F) |
| Environmental immunity | — | Resistant to extreme weather and temperature changes; no interference from vegetation or strong winds; works in a large variety of terrains, in any ground, without preparation |
| Installation | — | Plug & play, installation in minutes; no training or special tools; designed to work without maintenance |
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