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Impact Subsea ISS360 Compact Imaging Sonar
Impact Subsea are proud to present the world's most compact imaging sonar - the ISS360. Utilising a broadband composite transducer together with an advanced digital acoustic engine provides excellent range capability and image clarity. For applications where Sonar Imaging, Pitch & Roll are required; all can be provided from a single device.
Features
- 90 Meter Range – Long range imaging.
- 6,000m & 4,000m
Depth Rating – Ideal for shallow and deep water. - Pitch & Roll* – Provides Pitch & Roll to 0.2° accuracy.
- Small Form Factor – Smallest Imaging Sonar available.
- Broadband Transducer – Excellent image quality & range.
- No Slip Rings – No components to wear.
Impact Subsea ISS360HD Imaging Sonar
Impact Subsea are proud to present the high resolution imaging sonar - the ISS360HD. Optionally available with integrated Pitch & Roll.
Features
- 100 Meter Range – Long range imaging.
- 6,000m Depth Rating – Ideal for shallow and deep water.
- Pitch & Roll* – Provides Pitch & Roll to 0.2° accuracy.
- Small Form Factor – Highly compact high resolution imaging sonar.
- Broadband Transducer – Excellent image quality & range.
- No Slip Rings – No components to wear.
Kongsberg MS1071 High Res
This version of the 1071-Series Sonar has been specifically designed to produce the highest resolution scanning sonar images possible with 675 kHz. Its design is targeted at bottom clearance, body recovery, underwater construction and applications where data clarity supersedes any other requirement.
This sonar head should also be considered in conditions where the in-water temperatures are lower than 4° C, or higher than 20° C. Domed, oil-filled heads may acoustically defocus beyond these temperature ranges. This sonar head incorporates the electronic advantages increased sampling rates, wider receiver bandwidth, increased power output, and a very narrow horizontal beam pattern with the fan transducer. The telemetry is RS 485 and RS 232 compatible, and is automatically sensed and configured. The transducer is of a bare-shaft design, but the motor-end is oil compensated to prevent water ingress into the main electronic stack via the transducer shaft.
The sonar head is compatible with the MS1000 and MS900D Surface Processors. To take full advantage of the advanced features and high resolution this head has to be operated with the MS1000 processor.
Kongsberg MS1171 Profiling Head
The 1171 Series of sonar heads have been developed to meet the requirements for both shallow and deep ocean applications. As well as the choice of operating frequencies, the new sonar heads feature faster scanning rates, improved range resolution and even clearer, sharper images, all in a more compact lighter housing.
The Multi-Frequency design allows optimising of the profiling configuration for different applications. Like the sonar head, the transducer is protected within an oil-filled, pressure compensating dome and the telemetry is automatically sensed and configured at start up to match the telemetry link used. The sonar head operation is also configured and controlled using the MS1000 Software Processor.
- Multiple frequency capability (675kHz to 1.35 mHz)
- Improved range and scanning rate
- Clearer, sharper images and a >0.5 cm range resolution
- Sample resolution of > 0.5mm
- Lighter 4000m depth rated design
- Optional Ethernet telemetry interface
Teledyne Blueview M900 Deep Series
BlueView’s M900 deep series, rated to 4,000 m, has been engineered to provide deep sea operators with the most reliable deep water imaging sonar system on the market.
Applications
- ROV Navigation
- Obstacle Avoidance
- Situational Awareness
- Operations Monitoring
- Area Survey/Site Clearance Survey
- Touchdown Monitoring
Benefits
- S3 electronics
- 30% lighter, smaller, faster and power then P Series
- Automatically adjust transmit power level to imporve imagery up close and at long ranges
- UDP broadcast modes
- Built in hardware triggering options
- Built in target tracking options
- Easily fits on any platform
- Expanded area coverage
- High-resolution imagery
- Unaffected by motion
- Easy automation of nav-control systems
Features
- Streaming video-like sonar imagery
- Continuous situational awareness
- Multiple field-of-view options
- Depth rated to 4,000 m (13,123 ft.)
- Plug & Go operation
- Intuitive Windows® based software
- Software Development Kit available
Teledyne Blueview M900 Series
The industry’s most compact, full featured 2D Multibeam Imaging Sonar available. Engineered to fit in small, tight spaces the M Series is 30% smaller than the popular P Series, and delivers the same crisp, real-time sonar imagery.
Applications
- All Condition Navigation
- Object DetectionObstacle Avoidance
- Situational Awareness
- Operations Monitoring
- Area Survey/Search & Recovery
- Touch Down Monitoring
- Diver/Swimmer Detection & Tracking
Benefits
- S3 electronics
- 30% lighter, smaller, faster and less power then P Series
- Automatically adjust transmit power level to improve imagery up close and at long ranges
- UDP broadcast modes
- Built in hardware triggering options
- Built in target tracking options
- Easily fits on any platform
- Expanded area coverage
- High-resolution imagery
- Unaffected by motion
- Easy automation of nav-control systems Detection & Tracking
Features
- Streaming video-like sonar imagery
- Continuous situational awareness
- Multiple field-of-view options
- Depth rated to 1,000 m (3,280 ft.)
- Plug & Go operation
- Intuitive Windows® based software
- Software Development Kit available
Teledyne Blueview P450 Series
BlueView answers the call for a longer range imaging sonar with a wide field-of-view – the all new P450 Series now with S2 electronics is available in five new models including two deepwater options. Each model has a maximum detection range of 300 meters (984 ft.), while delivering crisp, real-time imagery at medium to long ranges.
These forward-looking systems are engineered to allow operators to detect, track, monitor, and navigate across extended distances, dramatically improving situational awareness and reducing reaction time. The P450 Series is available in three different field-of-view options including the ultra-wide 130° for the largest detection area available from a compact, portable system.
Applications
- All Condition Navigation
- Object/Target Detection
- Target Tracking
- Obstacle Avoidance
- Operations Monitoring
- Equipment/Tool Placement
- Search & Recovery
- Area Survey
Benefits
- Extended detection range
- Expanded area coverage
- Improved target/object identification
- Quick, easy integration
- Minimal operating system impact
Features
- Real-time video like sonar imagery
- Multiple field-of-view options
- Standard Ethernet interface
- Plug & Go operation
- Easy-to-use Windows® base software
- Software development kit available
Teledyne Blueview P900 Series Sonar
The P900 Series sonar family now offers 3 field-of-view options for high-performance forward looking imaging sonar: 45°, 90°, and 130°. At 900 kHz the P900 Series is the ideal sonar for underwater detection and identification operations. Specifically designed to increase the search rates and effectiveness in low and/or zero visibility conditions with both mid-range detection and close-range identification capabilities from moving or stationary platforms.
Applications
- All Condition Navigation
- UUV OAS and Tracking
- Diver Detection and Tracking
- Hull & Structure Inspection
- Material & Equipment Placement
- Mine & IED Detection/Identification
- Search & Detection (Small Area)
- Seawall & Pier Inspection
- Damage Survey
Benefits
- High-Definition Imagery
- Not Affected by Motion (0-7 knots)
- Compact/Low Power
- Designed for Integration
Features
- Standard Ethernet Interface
- Plug and Play Sonar Heads
- Easy to Use Windows Software
- Software Development Kit
Teledyne Blueview P900-2250 Dual Frequency
The P900-2250-45 (Dual Frequency) sonar system combines the power of BlueView’s medium range P900 navigation and inspection sonar with the identification capabilities of a higher frequency 2.25 MHz sonar head.
The P900-2250-45 provides both the medium and ultra-short range imaging required to perform complex tasks in zero visibility conditions. The P900-2250-45 is completely compatible with other BlueView ProViewer sonar making integration seamless for existing customers.
Applications
- All Condition Navigation
- Operations monitoring
- Diver work zone visualization
- Underwater equipment/tool placement
- Target detection and identification
Benefits
- Dual operating frequency for maximum flexibility
- Operates in low and zero visibility conditions
- Easy to see high-resolution imagery
- Not affected by motion (up to 7 knots)
- Compact size for easy integration
- Efficient operation with low power requirement
Features
- Operates at 900 kHz, or 2.25 MHz, or both simultaneously
- Easy to use Windows based software
- Standard Ethernet Interface
- Software Development Kit available
Tritech SeaNet SCU V5
The successful SCU V4 processor has been upgraded to provide the latest performance capabilities available from PC technology. The SeaNet SCU V5 provides a reliable, rugged and easy to install replacement for the SCU V4, it has been designed as a robust 19″ rack mount unit with floated shock mount sub assemblies for maximum reliability.
- Single & multiple sensor communication
- Rugged construction
- 19″ Rack mountable
- SVGA/XGA/SXGA & PAL/NTSC Output
- 4 x USB 2.0 ports
A high-speed 156kBits/sec communication system is used within the SeaNet SCU, allowing a full suite of Tritech sensors to be operated over a single twisted pair or, by utilising the Tritech MultiComm, over a RS232 / Fibre-Optic interface.
Each device connected to the SeaNet SCU runs, in real time, in its own onscreen window. The monitor display may be varied to show single or multiple windows and this can be altered at any time during normal operations. This multiple sensor capability provides obvious cost benefits as well as reducing the space requirement for consoles in the control room.
The SeaNet SCU is a multi-tasking control unit running under an embedded Microsoft Windows XP operating system installed on solid-state Flash disk. Fitted with a ‘LAN card’ the SeaNet SCU provides easy access to data storage and data transfer. The SeaNet SCU retains the use of the industry favourite Remote Access Terminal (RAT) a feature of the SCU V4. The RAT provides full control of the SeaNet SCU and its ergonomically designed layout ensures that all functions are well placed and easy to use. The built in mini-joystick on the RAT provides a useful tool for carrying out range and bearing measurements on sonar data. If preferred the RAT may be detached from the SeaNet SCU processor allowing it to be operated from a more desirable location.
Tritech Super SeaKing DFP
The Super SeaKing DFP dual frequency profiling sonar uses the latest technological advances available in transducer design. Using composite transducer technology this mechanical scanning profiler offers substantially increased ranges and image resolution.
Utilising side lobe suppression techniques, improved S/N ratios and a reduced beam width the Super SeaKing DFP Profiling Sonar provides high quality profile data never before available from a mechanical scanning profiler. Operating at 0.6MHz and 1.1MHz this new profiler has been designed with a hard boot, which offers increased protection over conventional profilers.
As part of Tritech’s SeaKing range of sonars, sensors it is possible to run the Super SeaKing DFP Profiling Sonar with other SeaKing sensors over one communication link. All products in the SeaKing family (or third-party products within the ARCNET communications link), can be run simultaneously, using the same processor and display; such as Tritech’s Surface Control Unit (SCU) or a customer supplied PC or laptop.
- 0.6MHz profiler for use in water containing suspended particles or where longer ranges are required
- 1.1MHz profiler for higher accuracy work at short ranges in clearer water
- Hard boot protection for profiler transducer
Increased profiler scan rate
Tritech Super SeaKing DFS/DST
Tritech’s Super SeaKing sonar is the ultimate mechanical scanning sonar. Utilising Digital Sonar Technology (DST) composite transducer and Compressed High Intensity Radar Pulse (CHIRP) technology, the Tritech Super SeaKing DST offers exceptional clarity and resolution as a dual frequency mechanical scanning sonar.
- Digital CHIRP system
- New longer lasting slip ring assembly
- Option of RS232 communications for single sonar applications
- Forward looking sonar, 360° sonar and sector scan sonar modes
The SeaKing sonar is of modular transducer design and a longer-life slip ring assembly to the sonar to minimises the consequences of operational damage and improves on the SeaKing sonar’s reliability. The Super SeaKing Sonar is the industry-standard obstacle avoidance sonar for larger ROVs and is so popular it can be found fitted to work-class ROV fleets around the world.
The Super SeaKing DST Sonar hosts two mechanically scanned imaging sonars in a single subsea pressure housing: a 325 kHz CHIRP sonar with a true operational range of up to 300 metres for long range target recognition and a 650 kHz CHIRP sonar for ultra-high definition images, other frequency options are available on request. Tritech’s SeaKing range of mechanical imaging sonars comprises the SeaKing Hammerhead, Super SeaKing, Super SeaPrince and Micron sonars. All products in the SeaKing family (or third-party products within the ARCNET communications link), can be run simultaneously, using the same processor and display; such as Tritech’s Surface Control Unit (SCU) or a customer supplied PC or laptop.