µUUV
The µUUV is an open source autonomous undersea vehicle that provides users a state-of-the-art, low cost solution ideally suited for developers of autonomy and behaviors, power systems, subsea sensors, and new payloads. The µUUV features open hardware and software interfaces to provide users a reliable and robust platform to advance technology development. The vehicle design is optimized for high efficiency and supports numerous payload options.
Riptide Autonomous Solutions
United States
Description
Specifications
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Operations
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Max. speed [kn]
10
Min. crew size
1
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General
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Propulsion or glider
Length [m]
0.56
Min. weight of AUV in air [kg]
11.3
Portable
Y
Crane required
N
Maximum depth rating [m]
300
Number of thrusters
1
Demonstration Video (YouTube/Vimeo URL)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yBuVF3nIaMA
Diameter [mm]
123.8
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Telemetry and Control
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Acoustic telemetry
Y
Radio telemetry
Y
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Communication
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Communication Sensor 1
WiFi
Communication Sensor 2
Optional Iridium
Communication Sensor 3
Optional Acoustic Modem
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Navigation and Payload
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Navigation sensors - standard
AHRS
Navigation sensors - optional
INS & DVL
Payload sensors - optional
Side-scan sonar
Payload sensors 2
Cameras
Payload sensors 3
Acoustic modems
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Battery
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Total energy content [Wh]
Varies with chemistry
Endurance at nominal power [hr]
40 Hours with Alkaline Primary Cells
