{"title":"Sonars \u0026 acoustics","description":"\u003cp\u003eSonar and acoustic positioning for underwater and surface vehicles: Cerulean Sonar Omniscan side-scan and imaging sonars, the Surveyor multibeam echosounder, echosounders, Tracker 650 DVL and ROV Locator acoustic positioning.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"blueboat-ping2-integration-kit","title":"Ping Integration Kit for BlueBoat","description":"\u003cp\u003eCalling all surveyors!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BlueBoat Ping Integration Kit makes it easy to mount the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ping-sonar-r2-rp\"\u003ePing Echosounder\u003c\/a\u003e to the BlueBoat for hydrographic surveys. The Ping has has 100 meter range, enabling you to conduct bathymetric surveys of the seafloor or lake bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe map to the right was created using the BlueBoat, Ping, and our guide on how to conduct bathymetric surveys with the BlueBoat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5745\/2662\/files\/full_map.png\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5745\/2662\/files\/BlueBoat-Ping-Integration-Kit-Product-Page.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to a purpose-built anodized aluminum mount, the kit includes cables to make it easy to connect the Ping to the BlueBoat’s electronics. The Ping cable is run through the rear fairing of the boat to keep it from getting caught on weeds or creating any disturbance in the water. The included cables have a Molex Microfit connector so that the sonar can be quickly disconnected from the BlueBoat’s starboard electronics, so they can still be quickly removed from the boat.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blue Robotics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58747051409782,"sku":"BR-102407","price":128.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5745\/2662\/files\/BR-102407-BB120-PING-2-INTEGRATION-KIT-scaled.jpg?v=1789582955"},{"product_id":"dvl-mounting-bracket","title":"Water Linked DVL Mounting Bracket","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis stainless steel mounting bracket is perfect for mounting the Water Linked DVL A50 or the A125 to the BlueROV2 and other vehicles. When mounted, the DVL is elevated to increase the minimum distance to the seafloor, allowing the DVL to maintain accurate positioning all the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bracket comes with mounting hardware and you can check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bluerobotics.com\/learn\/dvl-a50-integration\/\"\u003eDVL A50 integration guide\u003c\/a\u003e for installation instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Water Linked","offers":[{"title":"A50 Mounting Bracket","offer_id":58747053932918,"sku":"BR-101983","price":70.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"A125 Mounting Bracket","offer_id":58747053965686,"sku":"BR-102741","price":70.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5745\/2662\/files\/DVL-A50-DVL-A125-MOUNT-FAM-PHOTO-02-scaled.jpg?v=1789582976"},{"product_id":"ping-sonar-r2-rp","title":"Ping Sonar Altimeter and Echosounder","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Ping Sonar is a multipurpose \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bluerobotics.com\/learn\/a-smooth-operators-guide-to-underwater-sonars-and-acoustic-devices\/\"\u003esingle beam echosounder\u003c\/a\u003e. It can be used as an altimeter for ROVs and AUVs, for bathymetry work aboard a USV, obstacle avoidance on autonomous vehicles, and other underwater distance measurement applications. The Ping Sonar combines a compact form factor and 300 meter depth rating with an open-source software to create a powerful new tool for marine robotics!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a Single Beam Echosounder?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn echosounder, like the Ping Sonar, is one of the simplest forms of underwater sonar. It operates by using a piezoelectric transducer to send an ultrasonic acoustic pulse into the water and then listens back for echoes to return. With that information, it can determine the distance to the strongest echo, which is usually the ocean floor or a large object. It can also provide the full echo response (echo strength versus time) which can be plotted like the display of a fishfinder sonar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/9Ar8RD_Ebrk?feature=oembed\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5745\/2662\/files\/PING-SONAR-INTHEWILD.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption\u003eBlueBoat equipped with a Ping Sonar using the Ping Integration Kit\n\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned for the Depths\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ping Sonar uses a 115 kHz transducer frequency, away from those used on most boat echosounders to avoid interference. It has a measurement range of 100 meters (328 feet) and a measurement beamwidth of 25 degrees, perfect for applications on a rocking boat or for obstacle avoidance. An advanced bottom-tracking algorithm runs on the device to determine the distance to the seafloor, even in complicated situations with multiple echoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ping Sonar is housed in a rugged hard-anodized aluminum enclosure with a 1 meter (3.3 feet) cable and a pre-installed WetLink Penetrator. It has four threaded mounting holes and comes with a mounting bracket and hardware for easy \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bluerobotics.com\/learn\/ping-installation-guide-for-the-bluerov2\/\"\u003einstallation on the BlueROV2\u003c\/a\u003e. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/blueboat-ping2-integration-kit\"\u003ePing Integration Kit\u003c\/a\u003e is also available for easy mounting on the BlueBoat! The included header pin to JST GH adapter makes it easy to plug into the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bluart-r1-rp\"\u003eUSB to Serial and RS485 Adapter\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsing the Ping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ping can be connected to a microcontroller device, such as an Arduino, or to a computer through a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bluart-r1-rp\"\u003eBLUART USB to Serial adapter\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce connected, we recommend getting started with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.bluerobotics.com\/ping-viewer\/\"\u003ePing Viewer\u003c\/a\u003e, an open-source application developed specifically for Ping devices. Ping Viewer makes it easy to view the output, record data, and change settings on the Ping and runs on Windows, Mac, and Linux. The Ping Sonar can be connected to Ping Viewer directly or over a network connection routed through BlueOS, so that you can use the Ping on the ROV without using any additional wires in the tether.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those who wish to integrate the Ping Sonar into other systems, it communicates with a binary message format called \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.bluerobotics.com\/ping-protocol\/\"\u003ePing Protocol\u003c\/a\u003e. We’ve made \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/bluerobotics\/ping-cpp\"\u003eC++\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/bluerobotics\/ping-arduino\"\u003eArduino\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/bluerobotics\/ping-python\"\u003ePython\u003c\/a\u003e development libraries for Ping Protocol to get you up and running almost immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eIn the United States and looking for sonar funding for your project? Check out \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mplsfoundation.smapply.org\/prog\/the_sonar_equipment_fund\/\"\u003eThe Sonar Equipment Fund\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5745\/2662\/files\/ping-viewer-1.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption\u003eUse the Ping-Viewer interface to view and record Ping data.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e","brand":"Blue Robotics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58747058815350,"sku":"BR-101684","price":430.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5745\/2662\/files\/PING2-SONAR-R1-RP-2.jpg?v=1789583006"},{"product_id":"ping360-sonar-r1-rp","title":"Ping360 Scanning Imaging Sonar","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Blue Robotics Ping360 scanning sonar is a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bluerobotics.com\/learn\/a-smooth-operators-guide-to-underwater-sonars-and-acoustic-devices\/\"\u003emechanical scanning imaging sonar\u003c\/a\u003e. It’s designed primarily to be used on the BlueROV2 and other ROVs for navigation in low-visibility water conditions, but it’s also suited for applications such as inspection, obstacle avoidance, target location and tracking, autonomous systems development, and more!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/yXYo2c0TSJY?feature=oembed\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5745\/2662\/files\/Ping360_Pilings.png\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen mounted on an ROV, the scanning sonar gives you a top-down view of the ROV’s surroundings. You can see echoes from objects like ropes, walls, dock pilings, rocks, shipwrecks, boats, fish, and any other structures or objects that reflect sound waves. With that, you have reference points to navigate from, regardless of water visibility, and you can locate important features in the water quickly. Here’s an example of a 120 degree sector scan showing a rope in front of the sonar:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a Scanning Sonar?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re new to scanning sonars, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bluerobotics.com\/learn\/understanding-and-using-scanning-sonars\/\"\u003ehere’s how it works\u003c\/a\u003e: inside the Ping360 is an acoustic transducer that sends a narrow beam of acoustic energy into the water and then listens back for echoes. That transducer is mounted to a motor that rotates it in one degree increments and as it does this it generates a circular image of the sonar’s surroundings with a maximum range of 50 meters (165 feet). The result is similar to what you might see from a weather radar on the local news or a laser scanner on an autonomous robot. Here’s an example of a scan of dock pilings straight ahead of the BlueROV2:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5745\/2662\/files\/120-Sector-Following-line-fixed.png\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5745\/2662\/files\/120-Sector-Scan-with-Line-fixed.png\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5745\/2662\/files\/Ping360_Tire.png\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUser Interface\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ping360 connects to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.bluerobotics.com\/ping-viewer\/#installing-and-running-the-application\"\u003eopen source Ping-Viewer application\u003c\/a\u003e for control and data display. Ping-Viewer runs on Windows, Mac, and Linux and can connect to the Ping360 through a direct connection to the computer or through the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bluerobotics.com\/learn\/technical-reference\/#onboard-computers\"\u003eonboard computer\u003c\/a\u003e on the BlueROV2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those who wish to integrate the Ping360 scanning sonar into other systems and access the data directly, it communicates with a binary message format called the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/bluerobotics\/ping-protocol\"\u003ePing-Protocol\u003c\/a\u003e. We have \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/bluerobotics\/ping-cpp\"\u003eC++\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/bluerobotics\/ping-arduino\"\u003eArduino\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/bluerobotics\/ping-python\"\u003ePython\u003c\/a\u003e libraries for the Ping-Protocol to get you up and running almost immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out the Technical Details and Learn tabs above for more information!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eIn the United States and looking for sonar funding for your project? Check out \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mplsfoundation.smapply.org\/prog\/the_sonar_equipment_fund\/\"\u003eThe Sonar Equipment Fund\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Blue Robotics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58747058848118,"sku":"BR-100399","price":2750.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5745\/2662\/files\/Ping360-004-1.jpg?v=1789583006"},{"product_id":"sonoptix-echo","title":"Sonoptix ECHO Multibeam Imaging Sonar","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor years, we’ve heard people complain, “Ugh, I wish multibeam sonars weren’t so expensive…”. Well, friends, you don’t have to complain anymore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’re excited to introduce the Sonoptix ECHO \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bluerobotics.com\/learn\/a-smooth-operators-guide-to-underwater-sonars-and-acoustic-devices\/#multibeam-imaging-sonar\/\"\u003emultibeam imaging sonar\u003c\/a\u003e, which brings an impressive set of capabilities at a revolutionary price point that’s less than half the price of competing products! It’s a pleasure to use and elevates your ROV piloting experience to the next level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSonoptix is a new brand formed through a collaboration between some like-minded people who think that multibeam imaging should be more affordable and accessible. (We agreed with them, obviously). Despite the new brand name, this sonar has some serious expertise put into it and has been in development for years. We’re excited to be the first to offer it to the world!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen ordered from Blue Robotics, the Sonoptix ECHO comes with a pre-installed WetLink Penetrator and JST GH connectors, making it plug and play with the BlueROV2 and easy to integrate with other vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_BOVsy6EofE?feature=oembed\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5745\/2662\/files\/multibeam-diagram.png\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption\u003eA multibeam imaging sonar beam shape on an ROV.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy does everyone want a multibeam?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMultibeam imaging sonars, sometimes referred to as a forward-looking sonars, are a tool for navigation, inspection, and object detection. They provide unparalleled situational awareness in poor visibility conditions so you can navigate with easy, detect lost objects, and inspect underwater infrastructure. They’re one of the most common ROV accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA multibeam imaging sonar provides a top-down picture of the surrounding environment and seafloor, much like our Ping360 Scanning Imaging Sonar. However, they are based on completely different sonar technologies and there are some important differences. Rather than scanning one angle at a time, a multibeam sonar is able to update the entire image at once, many times per second, giving you a much more responsive experience. While a scanning sonar can image a full 360 circle, the multibeam imaging sonar is limited to a smaller angle (120 deg for the Sonoptix ECHO).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou’ll find a multibeam imaging sonar on nearly every large inspection and work-class vehicles and on many small ROVs, especially those used for search and recovery and in poor water visibility conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBeam me up, Sonoptix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ECHO features a dual frequency design. At long ranges, it operates at 400 kHz, providing up to 200 meter range with a 90 degree sector angle. At shorter ranges of 30 meters and below, it operates at 700 kHz to provide fine resolution and detail with a wider 120 degree sector angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 64 receive elements in the transducer, it has 256 beams with angular resolution of 1.5 degrees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe high frame-rate, low latency interface provides a responsive experience that makes it easy to use when piloting the ROV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpace age materials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ECHO is a compact, rugged unit built from titanium and plastic with a 350 meter depth rating. The available mounting bracket and BlueROV2 Roof Rack holds it at a 5 degree angle to provide an optimal view both forward and of the seafloor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt operates on 9-28V and consumes up to 25W of power when running. It communicates over an Ethernet interface and requires a Ethernet Switch when used on the BlueROV2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5745\/2662\/files\/sonoptix-dock-and-pilings.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption\u003eThe Sonoptix Echo viewing a floating dock structure.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mC_YlRCY8aM?feature=oembed\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIt just works!\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur team at Blue Robotics adds a WetLink Penetrator and the right electrical connectors to the sonar to make it plug-and-play with the BlueROV2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce connected, the Sonoptix ECHO hosts its own web-based user interface, meaning that you don’t have to download any software and it just works on any device or computer. The live data view is provided as an RTSP video stream that can be streamed into other applications and intuitive user controls allow the adjustment of range, gain, contrast, and color palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThere’s a guide!\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bluerobotics.com\/learn\/integrating-the-sonoptix-echo-on-the-bluerov2\/\"\u003eBlueROV2 integration guide\u003c\/a\u003e to learn more about how the sonar can be connected to your ROV and to learn about basic operation. If you’re still just getting your feet wet, check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bluerobotics.com\/learn\/a-smooth-operators-guide-to-underwater-sonars-and-acoustic-devices\/\"\u003eguide to types of sonar\u003c\/a\u003e to learn about all of the available options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eIn the United States and looking for sonar funding for your project? Check out \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mplsfoundation.smapply.org\/prog\/the_sonar_equipment_fund\/\"\u003eThe Sonar Equipment Fund\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Sonoptix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58747059536246,"sku":"BR-102221","price":8950.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5745\/2662\/files\/IMG_0347-feature-image-scaled.jpg?v=1789583013"},{"product_id":"water-linked-dvl","title":"Water Linked DVL","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe DVL A50 and A125 are high performance DVLs in insanely small packages that open the door to advanced capabilities on your ROV or AUV like position holding and autonomous navigation. Each variant comes with a pre-installed WetLink Penetrator, JST GH connectors for the Ethernet and serial ports, and spade connectors for power to make integration with the BlueROV2 and other vehicles as easy as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DVL A50 and A125 are both supported in BlueOS through the Water Linked DVL extension, enabling ROV position holding and navigation to augment your piloting experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qH1Ihrq4Y9A?feature=oembed\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA doppler velocity what??\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA doppler velocity logger, or DVL, measures speed relative to the seafloor by using the doppler effect. It has four acoustic transducers tilted at 15 degree angles that send and receive pulses to the seafloor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the vehicle is moving forward, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Doppler_effect\"\u003edoppler effect\u003c\/a\u003e causes the returned frequency to increase, and vice versa when in reverse. When measured, this effect provides an extremely precise velocity measurement relative to the seafloor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat’s important because it enables accurate underwater positioning and measurement of small changes in position. Acoustic positioning systems like USBLs and SBLs exist, but only provide location within a few meters range – not enough to enable autonomous navigation. The DVL provides an extremely accurate velocity measurement which, when integrated over time, provides a highly accurate position estimate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that, by itself, the DVL provides \u003cem\u003erelative\u003c\/em\u003e position but to have an accurate \u003cem\u003eglobal\u003c\/em\u003e position, you still need a positioning system like a GPS or USBL, in addition to the DVL.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTurn on auto pilot, err, auto \u003cem\u003eROV\u003c\/em\u003e pilot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA DVL on an ROV is the missing piece needed to enable many advanced behaviors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most fundamental of those is position holding, which uses the DVL to maintain a consistent position when the pilot is not providing any input. Those of you with aerial drones are used to this – take your hands off the stick and the drone holds a GPS location, even with some wind or current. It makes piloting easier and reduces the mental workload needed to complete a mission. You don’t need a GPS or USBL positioning system to benefit from position hold!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DVL also enables features such as waypoint navigation, survey grid navigation, guided mode, and more. These features require a global positioning system, such as a GPS or USBL, or require you to manually set the starting point on a map.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/tXDyyGNy95Q?feature=oembed\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/En-D9O-c4AE?list=PLZ486nvZoegtLoEvSyANL3wrQ7svQw38I\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAs far as DVLs go, this one is revolutionary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Water Linked DVL A50 is special as it marks a revolutionary advance in the affordability, size, and capability of DVL technology. It launched in 2020 and Water Linked has continued software development updates to continuously improve it even more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact size of the DVL A50 is truly mind boggling and enables it to be used on small vehicles. You’ll barely even notice that it’s there!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe small size doesn’t mean there’s a compromise on performance. In fact, the A50 has some of the most impressive performance specs of any DVL on the market, including the best minimum range of any unit, at 5 cm. This is important for an ROV, which often works near the bottom or even touches the bottom, to make sure you don’t lose track of your position in the process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DVL A125 augments those capabilities with an increased range up to 125 m and 600m depth rating, making it a good choice for larger vehicles and challenging operating conditions. It’s also better at measuring high velocities up to 9 m\/s, making it a good fit for fast vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAn ease to integrate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DVL comes ready to integrate in your application, whether that’s \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bluerobotics.com\/learn\/dvl-a50-integration\/\"\u003eon a BlueROV2\u003c\/a\u003e or something else. In addition to the pre-installed WetLink Penetrator, it has JST GH connectors for the Ethernet and serial port communication options. We recommend Ethernet when possible, as it allows you to view the Water Linked configuration interface in a web browser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpade terminals are installed on the power wires and it can be powered from 10-30V.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re using BlueOS, one-click installation of the Water Linked DVL extension provides support for the hardware and enables position hold and advanced navigation features. If you’re using it in another application, you can use the Water Linked API or PD6 protocols to communicate with the DVL.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUpgradeable for the most precise applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDVLs are export controlled items when they have an accuracy of better than 1.0%. To avoid the required license and controls, the standard DVL A50 and A125 has an accuracy of +\/-1.01%. If you require higher accuracy, a software upgrade can improve accuracy to +\/-0.1%, but also requires paperwork for the appropriate regulatory license. 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This translates into: no reliance on GPS visibility for clock sync, greater synchronization reliability than acoustic methods, and reduced clock drift compared with timed GNSS sync. The ROVL MK V also removes GNSS timing dependency and acoustic overhead, resulting in higher update rates of 1–5 Hz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNetworking \u0026amp; Integration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ROVL MK V is designed for straightforward integration into modern network-based underwater systems. Compatible with BlueOS-based vehicles, allowing deployment using standard Ethernet networking. The system integrates alongside other Cerulean sensors on Raspberry Pi or similar onboard computers. Position data can be interfaced with MAVLink-based navigation and vehicle control systems, supporting vehicle tracking, navigation feedback, and autonomous workflows. The ROVL MK V operates alongside sonars, DVLs, cameras, and onboard computers on a shared network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/1112465749?badge=0\u0026amp;autopause=0\u0026amp;player_id=0\u0026amp;app_id=58479\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEthernet Connection to the ROVL MK V\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe ROV Locator Mk V uses network-based synchronization between the topside unit and the ROV transmitter over a common Ethernet connection to achieve accurate, drift-free timing and ranging. For this to work reliably, you need a network switch-like device that connects the ROV tether Ethernet port, the topside receiver, and the PC. 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For the easiest installation, we recommend the Network Hub, which makes the ROV Locator Mk V’s Ethernet-based timing and data exchange simple while providing power to the device.\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5745\/2662\/files\/image-2-copy-2-1024x648.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cerulean Sonar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58747189625206,"sku":"ROVL-MKV-TX-RX","price":4790.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5745\/2662\/files\/ROVL-MK-V-bundle.jpg?v=1789584780"},{"product_id":"sounder-s500","title":"Sounder S500 Echosounder","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe S500 is a single beam echosounder designed for small ROVs, AUVs, and ASVs. The transducer and control electronics are unbundled to minimize external mechanical profile and maximize flexibility. The transducer (54mm diameter x 22mm) is rated to 300m depth, and the electronics module is housed inside the vehicle’s pressure enclosure. A narrow beam width about 5 degrees focuses the acoustic energy providing 100m range and good angular definition. CHIRP technology also maximizes range and provides excellent range resolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe S500 sonar is a multipurpose single-beam echosounder. It can be used as an altimeter for ROVs and AUVs, for bathymetry work aboard a USV, as an obstacle avoidance sonar, and other underwater distance measurement applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe S500 implements CHIRP modulation, which sends a varying frequency ultrasonic pulse. The advantages of CHIRP include better signal to noise ratio, and much higher range resolution than non-CHIRP devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe S500 can report a simple distance measurement, or It can also provide the full signal profile for display as a “waterfall” plot like the display of a fishfinder. S500 is supported by SonarView, Cerulean Sonar’s sonar viewing application available for free download. Raw signal strength data profiles can also be provided for advanced analysis in technical applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe S500 uses a high frequency 500kHz transducer giving about 5° beam width for ROV and AUV altimeter and bathymetry applications. It has a measurement range of over 100m. A bottom-tracking algorithm runs on the device to determine the distance to the seafloor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree communication interfaces include Ethernet (100Mb\/sec), USB (12Mb\/sec), and 3.3-5.0V serial (115kbaud).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5745\/2662\/files\/Sounder-SonarView.avif\" alt=\"SonarView\"\u003e","brand":"Cerulean Sonar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58747189789046,"sku":"SOUNDER-S500","price":890.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5745\/2662\/files\/sounder.png?v=1789584782"},{"product_id":"surveyor-240-16-mbes","title":"Surveyor 240-16 Multibeam Echosounder","description":"\u003cp\u003eFinally, an affordable multibeam echosounder! Bathymetric surveys with MBES technology can be more than ten times faster than surveys with single-beam echosounders. With its small size and low cost, the Surveyor 240-16 is a perfect fit for deployment on the new generation of small Uncrewed Surface Vessels (USVs).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeployed on a USV like the BlueBoat, Surveyor is ideal for surveys in very shallow waters, yet can handle surveys in depths to 50 meters and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurveyor 240-16 is a 240 kHz multibeam echo sounder (MBES). It has a transmit beam approximately 4 degrees along track, 80 degrees cross track, and a 16-element receive array.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurveyor 240-16 utilizes an angle-of-arrival estimation algorithm to measure cross track location of specific acoustic reflectors well in excess of the accuracy achievable with conventional beam-forming techniques. Thus, although the effective cross track beam width with conventional beam forming is about 7 degrees, Surveyor can resolve angle of arrival to less than one degree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the range and acoustic properties of the bottom, Surveyor typically identifies 10-15 acoustic targets across track within a swath width of 80 degrees. The position and depth of these targets are then accurately calculated by range and angle of arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurveyor includes a built-in IMU. SonarView uses the Surveyor IMU for pitch and roll compensation and combines this with position and heading information from the vehicle to accurately place each depth measurement in its correct geographic location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5745\/2662\/files\/surveyor-1.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5745\/2662\/files\/dualfin.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cem\u003eSurveyor 240-16 MBES mounted on the Blue Robotics BlueBoat\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5745\/2662\/files\/Screenshot-2024-11-11-at-4.17.07_E2_80_AFPM.png\"\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5745\/2662\/files\/Screenshot-2024-11-11-at-4.17.14_E2_80_AFPM.png\"\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5745\/2662\/files\/Screenshot-2024-11-11-at-4.17.25_E2_80_AFPM.png\"\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSonarView Software for Surveyor 240-16\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCerulean SonarView software supports live capture, real time preview, offline mission replay, and data export for post processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring data collection, SonarView logs Surveyor attitude (pitch and roll), receive channel data, vehicle GNSS position, and vehicle heading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePoint cloud data is calculated and displayed in SonarView’s real time preview (see images below). A “fan view” image of each ping is also displayed which can be useful for assessing signal quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpeed of sound can be specified at export, at which the time the logged attitude and position data is processed to geographically corrected positions and depths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExport formats include CSV point cloud data which can be imported for post processing in most hydrographic survey software.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, SonarView supports Generic Sensor Format (GSF) export, a vendor independent data exchange format specifically targeting single and multibeam sonar data. GSF is designed to be modular and adaptable and is widely supported in the maritime community. GSF export from SonarView is currently available in beta version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased on customer feedback, additional formats will be considered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSonarView is available in Windows, Linux, and macOS versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSurveyor 240-16 data showing a Boeing 737, intentionally sunk to create an artificial reef. The wreck lies in 25m of water in British Colombia and was surveyed with a BlueBoat USV.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5745\/2662\/files\/Screenshot-2024-11-11-at-4.21.18_E2_80_AFPM.png\"\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5745\/2662\/files\/Screenshot-2024-11-11-at-4.21.34_E2_80_AFPM.png\"\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5745\/2662\/files\/Screenshot-2024-11-11-at-4.21.41_E2_80_AFPM.png\"\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExample Chart Output\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese images show Surveyor 240-16 data CSV point cloud data processed in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reefmaster.com.au\/index.php\/buy\"\u003eReefmaster\u003c\/a\u003e, an affordable entry-level sonar mapping program. CSV data can be imported to most hydrographic software packages and can also be viewed in generic point cloud viewing software such as CloudCompare, MeshLab, or Blender. We are working with various hydrographic software vendors to test compatibility and to explore other formats beyond CSV and GSF. Watch this page for further updates on software compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReefmaster can easily generate charts with depth contours and isobaths. 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Rather than build in extra cost and complexity, Tracker 650 leverages the IMU in the vehicle as the central source of truth about attitude. This also simplifies setup as there is only one IMU to calibrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTracker 650 is perfect for integration by OEMs into their ROV platforms and Cerulean supplies all documentation and engineering support for these scenarios.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tracker 650 is optimized for minimum cost, with performance ideally suited for everyday operation of most small ROVs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy equip your ROV with a DVL? Here are three great reasons!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePosition Hold\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStabilize your underwater vehicle. No more drift due to tether pull and current. Pause your attention to ROV driving and know the vehicle will be right where you left it when you return. Works out of the box with BlueOS or any ArduSub\/MAVLinkK2REST vehicle. We are ready to help with any other OEM integrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePosition Tracking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy default, Tracker 650 sends position delta messages to ArduSub via MAVLink2rest. With appropriate ArduSub setup, and user setting of a global origin, QGroundControl can display your vehicle position on its map. Again, we are ready to support other OEM integrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5745\/2662\/files\/tracker-whats-in-box.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/5745\/2662\/files\/Tracker-650-v2.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSonar Mosaic Live\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tracker 650 is a perfect companion for the Omniscan 450FS and Ping 360 imaging sonars. With Tracker 650 and Cerulean SonarView software you get real-time live sonar mosaic imaging. You will experience situational awareness rivaling multibeam sonars costing $20,000 to $30,000!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTracker 650 is fully supported by the SonarView application for configuration and monitoring. In addition to Windows, Linux, and macOS versions, SonarView can run on any modern browser when served directly from SonarLink. 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