Bias stability

What is the definition of bias instability?

The amount that a sensor output will drift during operation over time and at a steady temperature. Bias instability is perhaps the most critical specification when selecting a navigation system.

What are the applications for bias instability?

• Autonomous Systems
• Autonomous Agriculture
• Aerospace
• Automotive
• Defence
• Marine
• Subsea
• Surveying

What other terms are related to bias instability?

• Random walk
• Angular random walk
• Drift
• Navigation

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