ECA: Obstacle Avoidance Sonar

ECA has recently integrated BlueView Technologies’ P450E-15 sonar systems as forward-looking obstacle avoidance sonar (OAS) on several AUV systems. These AUVs are designed for a variety of hydrographic and naval missions. ECA software engineers and algorithm developers have utilized BlueView’s Software Development Kit (SDK) to automatically process and interpret the imagery from the forward-looking sonar. The intelligent algorithms they have developed can then cause the vehicle to maneuver away from perceived underwater obstacles./p>

Highlights

• Robust obstacle detection at significant operational ranges for AUV navigation
• Low power usage (~10 W) compatible with long mission endurance
• Compact form factor enables easy mechanical integration
• Successful integration with multiple other acoustic systems on board the AUV
• Software Development Kit (SDK) enables easy access to sonar and collected data for analysis by intelligent on-board algorithms

About ECA Group

ECA designs and delivers state of the art robotic and intelligent solutions for naval and ground applications. Established in 1936 as a R&D and patent deposit company, they designed the first Operational Unmanned Underwater Mine Disposal Vehicle in the 60’s. Since then they have designed and produced more than 600 underwater robots including AUVs for Rapid Environmental Assessment, Mine Warfare and pipe line inspection for the Oil & Gas Industry.

For more information, visit ECA Group at
http://www.ecagroup.com