Solus-Lite AUV
Quick Information
Solus-Lite Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) is a flexible and modular AUV development platform.
The vehicle’s large payload volume and straightforward interface provides an advanced starting point for clients to incorporate and develop their own unique equipment and experimental payloads.
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Applications
Solus-Lite’s architecture is inherently modular and flexible; the vehicle design can be customized to meet specific mission objectives.
OEM AUV platform for startups
Solus-Lite offers an open drawing package and backseat driver, providing an advanced starting point for clients to incorporate their own equipment and payloads.
Development platform for payloads and energy systems
Solus-Lite’s large payload volume allows clients to develop experimental payloads on a modular AUV platform.
Benefits
Ready for development. Solus-Lite comes with only essential mandatory navigation sensors and actuators. The AUV is ready for client payload integration.
Upgradable to Solus-MR & Solus-LR. Solus vehicles can be easily upgraded as missions demand to account for additional payloads and needs for increased endurance.
IHO compliant. Solus-Lite is compliant with all IHO standards for hydrographic surveys, ensuring your vehicle is ready for deployment immediately.
Payloads Interfaces
Solus-Lite comes with a 1500 L payload volume for the following interfaces:
NAV Data
NTP Time Synchronization
Ethernet
Serial
Analog & Digital I/O
Backseat Driver Interface
CAD models of Interfaces
48 VDC
Append Data to Acoustic Messages
Preliminary Specifications
Physical
Depth Rating: 1000, 3000, or 6000 m
Range: 25 km
Speed: 1.25 - 2 m/s
Length: 5.6 m
Diameter: 1 m
Weight: 1400 kg
Max Ascent/Descent Angle: 45°
Terrain Following: At altitudes > 3.5m
Energy & Control
Endurance: 5hrs at 1.5m/s (3 kts)
4.5 kWh lithium-ion batteries (swappable)
4 hour charge time
Can be easily upgraded to Solus-MR or Solus-LR for higher endurance
Navigation & Communication
INS/DVL: Sonardyne SprintNav 300, 500, 700
Navigation Accuracy: 0.04%, 0.02%, 0.01%
OAS: Imagenex Delta-T
Acoustic Communication: Sonardyne AvTrak 6
Surface Communication: 2.4 GHz Radio
Acoustic Positioning: Sonardyne Ranger
Satellite Communication: Iridium
GNSS System
Software
Mission planning tool
Performance analysis tool
Backseat driver
Option for on-shore piloting
Optional Features
Comprehensive support package: spares, support equipment, software, training, and post-processing.
Belly pack
Payload deployment
Suction anchor
Pop-up Buoy
LARS
Gallery
Looking to Purchase?
We'll customize Solus-Lite to fit your organization's needs - request a quote below and we'll be in contact. Have more questions before you purchase? Feel free to message us at [email protected] or through our contact form.