Solus-LR AUV

The Solus-LR autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) is a comprehensive vehicle for performing long-range, multi-month autonomous missions. It is classified as an extra-large unmanned underwater vehicle (XLUUV).

The vehicle is designed for port-to-port missions including surface and subsurface surveillance (acoustic or magnetic), traditional geophysical survey, or search and survey. Modular design allows for sections to be easily added or removed depending on a mission’s specifications.

The AUV utilizes a novel suction anchor and fuel cell to stay submerged for the entire mission. These technologies enable the Solus-LR to hold station at a surveillance location in a low-power state and increase the vehicle’s range through its high energy density respectively.