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Laser Falcon Plus
Ultra-lightweight UAV-mounted laser methane detector

High survey speed with up to 40 measurements per second, automatic leak detection and mapping, and remote methane detection using TDLAS technology and laser reflection from the ground. Propellers do not affect the measurements.
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Flexible and efficient aerial methane leak detection from UAVs

Laser Falcon Plus is an ultra-lightweight UAV-mounted laser methane detector that builds on the success of the popular Laser Falcon series. Its compact and lightweight design makes it suitable for a wide range of applications such as aerial methane monitoring at distances up to 50 meters. The device can be mounted on almost any type of drone, including DJI Matrice 300/350. Equipped with the SkyHub module from SPH Engineering, Laser Falcon Plus offers advanced data acquisition and processing capabilities.

Laser Falcon Plus Key Features

  • TDLAS technology

    for remote methane detection using laser reflection from the ground.

  • Detection distance of up to 50 m

    for aerial methane surveys.

  • Ultra-fast sensor response time

    for rapid detection.

  • Up to 100 km/h UAV speed

    for high-speed aerial inspections.

  • Vertical stabilization mode

    for precise NADIR positioning.

  • Automatic leak detection and mapping

    with SkyHub data acquisition.

Laser Falcon Plus Main Specifications

  • TDLAS

    Detection technology

  • CH₄

    Target gas

  • 10–50 m

    Detection distance

  • Up to 100 km/h

    UAV speed

  • 0.1 s

    Response time (0.04 s in fast mode)

  • 360 g

    Weight
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SkyHub by SPH Engineering

Onboard module for data acquisition, GPS positioning, and UAV flight control, working with Laser Falcon Plus to provide real-time data processing and automated methane leak mapping.

  • Onboard Data Processing

    Onboard computer for collecting and processing data from the Laser Falcon Plus during UAV flights.

  • Leak Localization with GPS

    Records methane measurements together with precise GPS coordinates to locate detected leaks.

  • Real-Time Data Acquisition

    Supports real-time data acquisition and synchronization between the sensor and UAV.

  • Automated Leak Mapping

    Enables automated methane leak mapping based on georeferenced measurement data.

Why Choose Laser Falcon Plus

  • Remote methane detection from a UAV

    No direct contact with the potentially hazardous area.

  • Detection from a distance of up to 50 m

    No need to fly close to the target.

  • High-speed surveys

    UAV speed is up to 100 km/h.

  • Automated leak mapping

    GPS leak localization with the SkyHub module.

  • No pre-use calibration required

    Calibration is performed automatically.

  • Compact optical unit

    Compatible with a wide range of UAV platforms.

How Laser Falcon Plus works

Laser Falcon Plus utilizes TDLAS technology

TDLAS (Tunable Diode Laser Absorption Spectroscopy) technology uses a tunable diode laser for precise gas analysis. The laser emits a narrow beam of light at a specific wavelength that matches the absorption characteristics of the target gas. When this beam passes through the gas and reflects off a surface, part of the light is absorbed by gas molecules. A sensor captures the reflected beam, and the gas concentration is determined by measuring the reduction in light intensity.

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How Laser Falcon Plus works

How Laser Falcon Plus works

Laser Falcon Plus utilizes TDLAS technology
TDLAS (Tunable Diode Laser Absorption Spectroscopy) technology uses a tunable diode laser for precise gas analysis. The laser emits a narrow beam of light at a specific wavelength that matches the absorption characteristics of the target gas. When this beam passes through the gas and reflects off a surface, part of the light is absorbed by gas molecules. A sensor captures the reflected beam, and the gas concentration is determined by measuring the reduction in light intensity.
Laser Falcon Plus utilizes TDLAS (Tunable Diode Laser Absorption Spectroscopy) technology. TDLAS uses a laser with a specific wavelength to detect gas by measuring how much light is absorbed as it passes through it. The system then calculates the concentration of the gas based on this absorption.
TDLAS uses a laser with a specific wavelength to detect gas by measuring how much light is absorbed as it passes through it. The system then calculates the concentration of the gas based on this absorption.

Where Laser Falcon Plus applies

Laser Falcon Plus is designed for a wide range of drone-based inspections of methane infrastructure

  • Underground Gas Storage

  • Gas Distribution Station

  • Gas Processing Plant

  • Gas Compression Station

  • Landfill

  • Gas Storage

Where Laser Falcon Plus applies

Laser Falcon Plus is designed for a wide range of drone-based inspections of methane infrastructure
Underground
Gas Storage
Gas Distribution Station
Gas Processing
Plant
Gas Compression
Station
Gas
Storage
Landfill

Why leak detection matters

Continuous methane monitoring is essential not only for safety but also for environmental protection. Methane is one of the most potent greenhouse gases, trapping heat much more efficiently than carbon dioxide. Even small leaks, if undetected, can increase and have a serious impact on the climate. This is why 24/7 monitoring is important: it helps to detect leaks as soon as they occur, prevent dangerous situations and control emissions in accordance with environmental regulations.
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