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Diploma in IMU/Gyros, Fusion and Calibration

The Diploma in IMU/Gyros, Fusion and Calibration focuses on the understanding and application of inertial measurement units (IMUs), gyroscopes, and data fusion for navigation and control. It addresses the development of skills in precise calibration, Kalman filtering, and sensor fusion algorithms, crucial for applications such as robotics, autonomous vehicles, and guidance systems.

The diploma provides hands-on experience in the implementation and tuning of algorithms in simulation and hardware environments, including the understanding of MEMS sensors, accelerometers, and magnetometers, as well as the evaluation of performance and accuracy. It includes the analysis of systematic and random errors, and techniques for their mitigation, preparing participants for roles such as navigation systems engineers, embedded software developers, and robotics specialists.

Duration6–8 months
ModeOnline
LanguageEnglish
Start datesSet by the faculty
AwardSEIUM Institute diploma
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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

IMU/Gyrometry Mastery, Fusion, Calibration, and Performance Analysis

02

IMU/Gyros: Precise Fusion, Expert Calibration, and In-Depth Performance Analysis

03

Comprehensive user-oriented design and validation (from modeling to manufacturing)

04

IMU/Rotary Optimization, Fusion, Calibration, and Rotor Modeling for Maximum Performance

05

Expert Mastery of IMU/Rotational Systems, Fusion, Calibration, and Advanced Rotor Modeling

06

Rotor Modeling: IMU/Rotational Processes, Fusion, and Integral Calibration

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Comprehensive Mastery of Rotor Modeling and Performance in IMUs/Gyros: Fusion and Calibration with Advanced Focus

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Mastery of Rotor Modeling with IMU/Gyros, Fusion, and Calibration: Performance Analysis

Profile

Who it's for

  • Graduates in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical, Industrial, Automatics or similar.
  • OEM rotorcraft/eVTOL professionals, MRO, consulting, technology centers.
  • Flight Test, certification, avionics, control and dynamics who seek specialization.
  • Regulators/authorities and UAM/eVTOL profiles that require compliance competencies.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • Standards-driven curriculum: you will work with CS-27/CS-29, DO-160, DO-178C/DO-254, ARP4754A/ARP4761, ADS-33E-PRF from the first module.
  • Accreditable laboratories (EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor bench, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibrations/acoustics.
  • Evidence-oriented TFM: safety case, test plan, compliance dossierand operational limits.
  • Mentored by industry: teachers with experience in rotorcraft, tiltrotor, eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
  • Flexible modality (hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
  • Ethics and security: safety-by-design approach, cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as pillars.
Syllabus

10 modules

  1. 1.1Fundamentals of IMU/Gyro Systems and Their Operation
  2. 1.2Inertial Sensors: Types and Characteristics
  3. 1.3Principles of Rotation and Acceleration Measurement
  4. 1.4Structure and Internal Components of IMUs
  5. 1.5Basic Concepts of Data Fusion
  6. 1.6Introduction to Sensor Calibration
  7. 1.7Sources of Error in IMU/Gyro Measurements
  8. 1.8Introduction to IMU Performance Analysis
  9. 1.9Applications of IMUs in Different Sectors
  10. 1.10Importance of IMUs/Gyros in Navigation and Motion Control
  1. 2.2Introduction to IMUs/Gyres: Fundamentals and Components
  2. 2.2Principles of Data Fusion in IMUs: Kalman Filters and Advanced Techniques
  3. 2.3IMU Calibration: Methodologies and Procedures
  4. 2.4IMU/Gyre Performance Analysis: Evaluation and Optimization
  5. 2.5IMU Errors and Their Effects on Navigation
  6. 2.6Design of IMU/Gyres Systems for Specific Applications
  7. 2.7Integration of IMUs with Other Sensors: GPS, Magnetometers
  8. 2.8IMU/Gyres Simulation and Modeling: Software and Tools
  9. 2.9Case Studies: Real-World Applications of IMUs/Gyres in the Naval Industry
  10. 2.20Best Practices and Future Challenges in IMU/Gyres Development
  1. 3.3IMU/Gyre Fundamentals: Integration and Principles
  2. 3.2IMU/Gyre Data Fusion: Techniques and Algorithms
  3. 3.3Advanced IMU/Gyre Calibration: Procedures and Tools
  4. 3.4Rotor Modeling: Theory and Practice
  5. 3.5Rotor Performance Analysis: Metrics and Evaluation
  6. 3.6IMU/Gyre Interaction and Rotor Modeling: Simulation
  7. 3.7Model Optimization: Adjustments and Improvements
  8. 3.8Case Studies: Real-World Applications
  9. 3.9Data Integration: Fusion and Analysis
  10. 3.30Performance Evaluation: Conclusions and Future Directions
  1. 4.4Fundamentals of IMU/Turn Optimization: Key Principles
  2. 4.2Data Fusion: Advanced Techniques and Performance Improvement
  3. 4.3Precise Calibration: Error Elimination and Deviation Minimization
  4. 4.4Performance Analysis: System Evaluation and Improvement
  5. 4.5Hardware Optimization: IMU Sensor Selection and Configuration
  6. 4.6Filter Implementation: Design and Tuning for Stability
  7. 4.7Turn Modeling: Behavior Simulation and Prediction
  8. 4.8Control Strategies: IMU/Turn Data Integration
  9. 4.9Case Studies: Practical Applications and Problem Solving
  10. 4.40Testing and Validation Methodology: Quality Assurance
  1. 5.5IMU/Gyro Fundamentals: Principles and Operation
  2. 5.5​​IMU/Gyro Data Fusion: Techniques and Algorithms
  3. 5.3IMU/Gyro Calibration: Methods and Procedures
  4. 5.4IMU/Gyro Performance Analysis: Metrics and Evaluation
  5. 5.5​​Rotor Modeling: Introduction and Key Concepts
  6. 5.6Advanced Fusion: Filters and State Estimation
  7. 5.7Advanced Calibration: Models and Error Compensation
  8. 5.8Performance Optimization: Strategies and Techniques
  9. 5.9Full Integration: IMU/Gyro, Fusion, Calibration, and Modeling
  10. 5.50Case Studies: Applications and Practical Applications
  1. 6.6Fundamentals of Propulsion and Flight Principles in Rotorcraft
  2. 6.2Legal and Regulatory Framework in Aviation
  3. 6.3Aeronautical Regulations Applicable to Rotorcraft
  4. 6.4Structure and Organization of Aeronautical Authorities
  5. 6.5Operational Safety in Aircraft Design and Operation
  6. 6.6Human Factors and Their Impact on Aviation Safety
  7. 6.7Legal Aspects and Liability in Aviation
  8. 6.8International Legislation and Bilateral Agreements
  9. 6.9Aircraft and Component Certification
  10. 6.60Standards and Quality Standards in the Aeronautical Industry
  11. 2.6Introduction to Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs) and Gyroscopes
  12. 2.2Fundamentals of IMU Data Fusion
  13. 2.3IMU Sensor Calibration Techniques
  14. 2.4IMU Performance Analysis and Evaluation 2.5 Advanced Data Filtering and Fusion Algorithms
  15. 2.6Practical Implementation of IMU Calibration
  16. 2.7IMU Performance Optimization
  17. 2.8IMU Error Identification and Mitigation
  18. 2.9Case Studies on IMU Performance in Different Applications
  19. 2.60Tools and Software for IMU Data Analysis
  20. 3.6Aerodynamic Modeling of Rotors
  21. 3.2Flight Dynamics of Helicopters and Rotorcraft
  22. 3.3Vibration Analysis in Rotor Systems
  23. 3.4Rotor Design and Optimization
  24. 3.5Numerical Simulation of Rotor Systems
  25. 3.6Integration of IMU Data into Rotor Modeling
  26. 3.7Advanced IMU Data Fusion Techniques for Modeling
  27. 3.8IMU Calibration for Rotor Modeling Applications 3.9 Practical Applications of Rotor Modeling in Industry
  28. 3.60Developing Custom Rotor Models
  29. 4.6Strategies for IMU Optimization
  30. 4.2Data Fusion Techniques to Maximize Performance
  31. 4.3Advanced Calibration of IMU Sensors for Accuracy
  32. 4.4Design and Optimization of Fusion Algorithms
  33. 4.5Analyzing IMU Performance in Complex Scenarios
  34. 4.6Optimization Applications on Different Platforms
  35. 4.7Testing and Validation Methodology for Optimized IMU Systems
  36. 4.8Case Studies on IMU Optimization and Fusion
  37. 4.9System Simulation and Optimization Tools
  38. 4.60Practical Implementation of Optimized Algorithms
  39. 5.6IMU Architecture and Operation
  40. 5.2Advanced Sensor Data Fusion Techniques
  41. 5.3Methodology for Expert IMU Calibration 5.4 Detailed analysis of IMU system performance.
  42. 5.5Design of high-performance data fusion systems.
  43. 5.6Implementation of complex calibration algorithms.
  44. 5.7Study of errors and corrections in IMUs.
  45. 5.8Comparative analysis of different IMU technologies.
  46. 5.9Specialized tools and software for advanced analysis.
  47. 5.60Practical applications in challenging environments.
  48. 6.6Rotor design and aerodynamic analysis.
  49. 6.2Modeling of rotor dynamics.
  50. 6.3Implementation of advanced data fusion techniques.
  51. 6.4Specific calibration strategies for rotor modeling.
  52. 6.5Integration of IMU data and modeling.
  53. 6.6Analysis of the performance of modeled rotors.
  54. 6.7Simulation software and tools.
  55. 6.8Design and optimization of rotor systems.
  56. 6.9Validation and verification of models. 6.60 Practical Applications and Case Studies
  57. 7.6Introduction to Rotor Performance and Modeling
  58. 7.2Rotorcraft Flight Dynamics Analysis
  59. 7.3IMU Data Fusion for Performance Analysis
  60. 7.4Advanced IMU Sensor Calibration
  61. 7.5Aerodynamic and Structural Rotor Modeling
  62. 7.6Rotor Performance Optimization
  63. 7.7Rotor Performance and Simulation Case Study
  64. 7.8Advanced Analysis Tools and Techniques
  65. 7.9Impact of Environmental Conditions on Performance
  66. 7.60Performance Evaluation and Sensitivity Analysis
  67. 8.6Rotor Modeling Fundamentals
  68. 8.2Aerodynamic and Structural Rotor Design
  69. 8.3Impact of IMU Calibration on Performance Analysis
  70. 8.4In-Flight Rotor Performance Evaluation 8.5 Rotor performance optimization.
  71. 8.6Implementation of data fusion techniques.
  72. 8.7Rotor efficiency analysis.
  73. 8.8Validation and verification of performance models.
  74. 8.9Case studies and practical applications.
  75. 8.60Analysis software and tools.
  1. 7.7IMU/Gyre Fundamentals: Structure and Operating Principles
  2. 7.2IMU/Gyre Data Fusion: Algorithms and Advanced Techniques
  3. 7.3IMU/Gyre Calibration: Methodologies for Optimal Accuracy
  4. 7.4IMU/Gyre Performance Analysis: Evaluation and Optimization
  5. 7.7Rotor Modeling: Concepts and Applications in Navigation Systems
  6. 7.6IMU/Gyre and Rotor Interaction: Dynamics and Control
  7. 7.7Integrated Optimization: IMU/Gyres, Fusion, Calibration, and Modeling
  8. 7.8Case Studies: Advanced Applications and Real-World Challenges
  9. 7.9Systems Integration: Robust and Scalable Architecture Design
  10. 7.70Future Trends: Innovations in IMU/Gyres, Fusion, Calibration, and Rotor Modeling
  1. 8.8Introduction to Performance Analysis in IMU/Gyroscopic Systems
  2. 8.8Fundamentals of IMU Calibration: Biases, Drift, and Scaling
  3. 8.3IMU Data Fusion Methods: Kalman Filter and Others
  4. 8.4Performance Evaluation: Key Metrics and Error Analysis
  5. 8.5Rotor Modeling: Impact on Performance Accuracy
  6. 8.6Calibration Optimization for Improved Performance
  7. 8.7Case Studies: Practical Applications and Challenges
  8. 8.8Strategies for Continuous Performance Improvement
  9. 8.8Tools and Software for Analysis and Calibration
  10. 8.80Future Trends in IMU Technology and Performance Analysis
  1. 9.9Introduction to IMUs and Gyroscopes: Fundamental Principles
  2. 9.9IMU Data Fusion: Techniques and Algorithms
  3. 9.3IMU Calibration: Error and Bias Elimination
  4. 9.4IMU and Gyroscope Performance Analysis
  5. 9.5Rotor Modeling: Fundamentals and Applications
  6. 9.6Rotor Performance Optimization: Advanced Strategies
  7. 9.7Integration of IMUs, Fusion, Calibration, and Rotor Modeling
  8. 9.8Case Studies: Analysis and Practical Applications
  9. 9.9Performance Evaluation and Optimization
  10. 9.90Future Trends and Technological Advancements
  1. 1.1Introduction to Inertial Navigation and IMU/Gyro Systems
  2. 1.2Operating Principles of Gyroscopic Sensors and Accelerometers
  3. 1.3IMU Data Fusion: Kalman Filters and Other Algorithms
  4. 1.4IMU Calibration: Correction of Systematic Errors
  5. 1.5IMU Performance Analysis: Accuracy, Drift, and Noise
  6. 2.1Fundamentals of IMU Data Fusion for Accuracy
  7. 2.2Advanced Calibration Techniques: Error Modeling
  8. 2.3Error Analysis in IMU Systems: Identification and Mitigation
  9. 2.4Case Studies: Specific IMU Applications
  10. 2.5Performance Optimization: Strategies and Tools
  11. 3.1Rotor Modeling: Concepts and Fundamentals
  12. 3.2Rotor-IMU Interaction: Modeling and Simulation
  13. 3.3Data Fusion with Rotor Modeling: Advanced Techniques
  14. 3.4Specific Calibration for Rotor-IMU Systems
  15. 3.5Performance Analysis in Complex Rotor-IMU Systems
  16. 4.1Optimization of Algorithms Fusion: Advanced Strategies
  17. 4.2Fine-tuning Calibration for Maximum Performance
  18. 4.3Designing IMU Systems for Specific Applications
  19. 4.4Evaluation and Comparative Analysis of Different Configurations
  20. 4.5Continuous Improvement: System Iteration and Refinement
  21. 5.1Design of Experiments: Methodologies and Best Practices
  22. 5.2Advanced Rotor Modeling: Dynamics and Aerodynamics
  23. 5.3Integrating Data from Multiple Sensors
  24. 5.4Long-Term Performance Analysis: Stability and Reliability
  25. 5.5System Validation and Verification of Results
  26. 6.1Rotor Modeling: Computational Methods
  27. 6.2IMU Integration in Rotor Modeling
  28. 6.3Data Fusion Techniques with Rotor Models
  29. 6.4Calibrating the Integrated System
  30. 6.5Performance Evaluation: Analysis and Conclusions
  31. 7.1Rotor Modeling with IMUs: Comprehensive Analysis
  32. 7.2Data Fusion: Algorithms and Optimization
  33. 7.3Advanced Calibration: Techniques and Tools
  34. 7.4Focus on Performance: Metrics and Analysis
  35. 7.5Integration of the System: Testing and Validation
  36. 8.1Rotor Modeling Fundamentals
  37. 8.2Integrating IMU Data into the Rotor Model
  38. 8.3Data Fusion: Filtering and Estimation
  39. 8.4System Calibration: Identifying and Correcting Errors
  40. 8.5Performance Analysis: Evaluation and Optimization
  41. 8.1
Methodology, software & labs

How you'll learn

  • Hands-on methodology: test-before-you-trust, design reviews, failure analysis, compliance evidence.
  • Software (depending on licenses/partners): MATLAB/Simulink, Python (NumPy/SciPy), OpenVSP, SU2/OpenFOAM, Nastran/Abaqus, AMESim/Modelica, acoustics tools, planning toolchains DO-178C.
  • SEIUM Laboratories: scale rotor bench, vibrations/acoustics, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL for AFCS, data acquisition with strain gauging.
  • Standards and compliance: EN 9100, 17025, ISO 27001, GDPR.
Accreditable laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor bench, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibrations/acoustics.
Evidence-oriented Master's Thesis:safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operational limits.
Industry Mentored:teachers with experience in training, , eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
Flexible modality(hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
Ethics and safety:safety-by-design approach, cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as pillars.
Career opportunities

Where this takes you

IMU/Gyro Engineer (Calibration, Fusion)IMU Engineer/Rotations, Fusion, and Calibration (Calibration, Fusion, Alignment)Inertial Systems Engineer (IMU, Gyrocompass, Fusion, Calibration)**IMU/Gyros, Fusion, and Calibration Engineer** (Fusion, Calibration, Integration)**IMU Engineer/Rotations, Fusion, and Calibration** (Fusion, Calibration, Design)**IMU Engineer/Rotations, Fusion, and Calibration** (Fusion, Calibration, Design)
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

  • Profile: Background in Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or related fields; practical experience in NLP and valued information retrieval systems.
  • Documentation: Updated CV, academic transcript, SOP/statement of purpose, project examples or code (optional).
  • Process: Application → Technical evaluation of profile and experience → Technical interview → Review of case studies → Final decision → Enrollment.
  • Fees:
    • Single payment: 10% discount.
    • Payment in 3 installments: No fees; 30% upon registration + 2 equal monthly payments of the remaining 35%. Monthly payment: available with a 7% commission on the total; annual review. Scholarships: based on academic merit, financial need, and promoting inclusion; agreements with companies in the sector for partial or full scholarships. See "Calendar & Calls for Applications," "Scholarships & Grants," and "Fees & Financing" in the SEIUM mega-menu.

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