Segway, the brand behind iconic electric scooters, has revolutionized lawn care with Navimow – a boundary-wire-free robotic mower. Using advanced GPS-based Exact Fusion Locating System (EFLS), it achieves 2cm precision without perimeter cables. The smart mower features systematic path planning, obstacle avoidance, and instant blade-stop safety, while handling slopes up to 45% and operating quietly at 54dB. With weather-resistant IPX6 rating and app-controlled customization, Navimow offers effortless lawn maintenance for areas up to 3/4 acre, marking Segway’s ambitious entry into smart outdoor tech.
GPS-Powered Mower Eliminates Need for Boundary Wires
Segway, the company best known for its electric scooters, has unveiled its first robotic lawn mower—the Navimow. Unlike traditional robotic mowers that require perimeter wires, Navimow uses Exact Fusion Locating System (EFLS), a fusion positioning technology that combines GPS satellite signals with onboard antennas for centimeter-level accuracy.
Precision Navigation with Real-Time Kinematics
George Ren, General Manager of Segway BU, explains that the system leverages real-time kinematics (RTK) to achieve outdoor positioning within two centimeters of accuracy. Even in areas with weak GPS signals, built-in sensors ensure stable operation. Users can define mowing zones, boundaries, and no-go areas through a companion app, allowing Navimow to follow an optimized path rather than random patterns.
Smart Features for Efficient Lawn Care
Designed for lawns up to three-quarters of an acre, Navimow operates at a quiet 54 dB and employs a Frequent Soft Cut System (FSCS) for gradual grass trimming. Its offset blades enable close-edge cutting, while obstacle detection helps it avoid flower pots and other garden objects. Blade Halt technology stops the blades instantly if children or pets approach.
All-Terrain Performance and Weather Resistance
With 5 cm-thick rubber all-terrain wheels, Navimow can handle slopes up to 45%. It also boasts an IPX6 waterproof rating, allowing it to operate in rain or withstand spills. A built-in rain sensor can either send the mower back to its charging station or continue working if manually overridden via the app.
