Description
THE OTTER X USV is a fully electric catamaran powered by Maritime Robotics' leading autonomous technology, specifically engineered for challenging coastal and river operations. Built as a versatile and customizable platform, it supports a wide range of operations.
Bathymetry
The Otter X is an excellent choice for bathymetric surveys. It offers stability, endurance, precise navigation, and a shallow draft. The wide catamaran hull reduces roll and pitch, allowing for accurate sonar readings in rough waters. Its long endurance enables extended data collection runs, allowing for the coverage of larger areas with minimal effort. The autonomous navigation system follows pre-planned routes, ensuring complete and consistent coverage. The Otter X uses multibeam sonar systems to create detailed 3D models of the seabed. This is key for nautical charting, pipeline routing, and offshore construction planning. Its shallow draft allows access to coastal areas and rivers that were hard to reach. This broadens the scope of bathymetric surveys.
Environmental monitoring and scientific research
The Otter X has zero-emission electric propulsion, quiet operation, and minimal environmental impact. This makes it perfect for environmental monitoring and scientific research. Its modular design supports various environmental sensors, like water quality sensors, nutrient analyzers, pollutant detectors, and acoustic monitoring systems. These features enable thorough data collection. Real-time data transmission allows for quick analysis and response to changing conditions, which aids prompt decision-making and targeted actions. The Otter X's autonomous features and long endurance suit it for long-term data collection in oceanography, marine biology, and climate change research. It provides valuable insights into trends and patterns in remote and challenging environments where human access is limited.
Maritime surveillance & inspection
The Otter X is also a versatile platform for maritime surveillance and inspection, boosting safety in coastal and inland waterways. Its autonomous capabilities enable regular patrols and monitoring of specific areas, freeing up human resources for other tasks. With high-resolution cameras (including infrared and low-light options), radar, and AIS (Automatic Identification System), the Otter X can detect, identify, and track vessels while monitoring suspicious activities. For underwater inspections, it can deploy remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) or include sonar systems to check underwater infrastructure such as pipelines, bridges, and harbours. Its strong communication links ensure reliable data transmission and remote control, even in tough environments.
