Integrating a sonar on an ROV will allow the operator to extend their vision beyond what the underwater drone camera sees, thus making navigation and operations easier and more efficient. In this article, we will explore how sonars work.

Jan 17, 2025 · Mechanical scanning sonars are one of the most popular types of ROV sonar. This guide explains how they work, how to understand the sonar images to produce, and how to use them operationally.

The Ping360 is a mechanical scanning sonar for navigation and imaging. It has a 50 meter (165 foot) range, 300 meter (984 foot) depth rating, and an open-source software interface that makes it a capable tool for ROV navigation and underwater acoustic imaging. The Ping360 comes with everything needed for use on the BlueROV2

The ISS360 sonar is the world's fastest and most compact scanning, imaging sonar. Ideal for underwater ROV & AUV operations. Optionally available with integrated AHRS, providing Heading, Pitch & Roll.

Nov 18, 2024 · In ROV and UUV applications, echosounders are used for measuring the altitude over the seafloor and for obstacle avoidance. In a single beam echosounder, an acoustic transducer emits a sound wave, which travels through the water and then bounces back when it encounters the seafloor or other objects in the water column.

This guide aims to help users interpret sonar images and offers best practices and techniques for using them on ROVs. While specific examples feature the Ping360 and BlueROV2, the concepts discussed are applicable to any mechanical scanning sonar and ROV combination.

An ROV-mounted imaging sonar helps provide position information and improves situational awareness when navigating turbid conditions. Sonar also enhances asset inspection capabilities allowing ROV operators to detect damage or anomalies.

At Invocean, our ROV sonar systems are designed with high-definition performance in mind. Each ROV multibeam sonar unit is developed to integrate smoothly with existing systems, facilitating smooth deployment and seamless operation.

The Ping360 is a mechanical scanning sonar for navigation and imaging. Its 50-meter (165-foot) range, 300-meter (984-foot) depth rating, and open-source software interface make it a capable tool for ROV navigation and underwater acoustic imaging.

Compatible ROV sonar and positioning systems for the Deep Trekker line up of remotely operated vehicles. Browse our systems for sale for DTG3 & REVOLUTION ROVs.