ecoSUB Robotics, a pioneer in the growth of innovative and affordable autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) technology, stands as a reliable partner within the Unmanned Systems Technology community.
As a valued collaborator, UST is excited to highlight ecoSUB robotics’ cutting-edge solutions and capabilities through their supplier profile, wich emphasizes their compact and lightweight AUVs designed for full autonomy and minimal logistical requirements.
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Weighing merely 4 kg and measuring 660 mm in length, the ecoSUBµ5 is the smallest AUV offered by the company. This model is perfect for transporting lightweight payloads such as CT sensors, fluorometers, sound velocity probes, or hydrophones, and can dive to depths of 500 meters, operating for up to 12 hours on a single charge.
This economical platform is exceptionally suited for widespread deployment and extensive data collection, with the capability to network multiple units for coordinated swarm operations.
advancing in power and payload capacity, the ecoSUBm platform weighs 12 kg and has a standard length of 1 metre. It can accommodate various payloads, making it ideal for deploying a range of scientific or survey instruments.
The ecoSUBm is designed for edge computing and excels in mass data collection and swarm operations, available in both 500-meter and 2500-meter depth-rated versions.
The ecoSUBm5 Power+ is a specialized variant of the ecoSUBm AUV, offering additional space for sensors and payloads, along with a second battery set to power extra equipment or extend the vehicleS operational time. Despite these enhancements, the ecoSUBm5 Power+ remains portable, weighing just 17 kg.
beyond standard equipment, the AUV can be outfitted with an NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano platform, enabling advanced edge computing and machine learning capabilities when paired with the ecoCAM 4K camera.
These adaptable AUVs can be customized with various sensor combinations, payloads, and specialized equipment for nearly any application imaginable. ecoSUB Robotics also offers a selection of preconfigured solutions tailored to common use cases,including surveying,scientific research,and hydrocarbon detection.
The C3 GUI software provides a comprehensive suite of pre- and post-deployment tools for ecoSUB AUV operators, featuring maps, charts, diagnostics, mission planning, and real-time data visualization. A basic version is included free with all ecoSUB vehicles,while an advanced version with enhanced features is also available.
HERMES C3 facilitates easy connectivity to ecoSUB AUVs via Wi-Fi, acoustic signals, and Iridium satellite, enabling users to control their vehicles from virtually anywhere. This portable unit connects to the control PC running the ecoSUB GUI software and can function as a long baseline (LBL) surface node for improved navigation and positioning. Additionally,HERMES C3 includes 2G and 4G cellular connectivity to serve as a local Wi-Fi hub.
HIVE is an enhanced version of the HERMES C3 hub, incorporating a fully-integrated Sonardyne Micro-Ranger 2 USBL system for vehicle tracking and position correction.A single HIVE unit can manage a swarm of ecoSUB AUVs effectively.
The ecoCAM module equips ecoSUB5-Power+ AUVs with 4K video and still imaging capabilities, utilizing the 1.1″ Sony IMX267 global shutter CMOS sensor and a Computar fixed 8mm lens. This compact module is housed in a custom nosecone, allowing for flexible camera orientation from forward to downward for seabed imaging.
ecoCAM can be integrated with the NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano platform for advanced computer vision,machine learning,and precise navigation applications.
To learn more about ecoSUB Robotics and their versatile AUV platforms, please visit their profile page:
https://www.unmannedsystemstechnology.com/company/ecosub-robotics/
