SOMAG Gyro Stabilization Mount NSM 500
Nautical Gyro Stabilization Mount 500
The NSM 500 is a medium-sized gimbal between the smaller RSM 50 and the larger OSM 5000 and complements the SOMAG product portfolio of Gyro Stabilization Platforms, which are designed to stabilize sensor systems in extremely harsh maritime environments. The Mount features a dynamic peak torque of 250 Nm and compensates for movements in roll and pitch up to ≤±20°.
SOMAG AG Jena
Jena, DE
Description
Reliable Gyro Stabilization for Surveillance Sensors
The NSM 500 was primarily designed for the stabilization of surveillance sensors on medium to large maritime vessels and on mobile ground vehicles. Non-stabilized systems follow the movement of the water caused by the swell or the movement of the vehicle driving over uneven terrain, which adversely affects the detection and threat-tracking capabilities of the sensor. Using a Gyro Stabilization Mount ensures a stabilized field of view and high-resolution images by compensating the movements of the vessel or vehicle. This allows EO/IR systems to scan their environment without interference even in extreme sea and land conditions, in order to best detect, track and classify asymmetric air and surface threats. The NSM 500 is the perfect gimbal for IRST (infra-red search and track) and other surveillance systems to ensure 360° protection for surface vessels of naval forces or mobile land vehicles of land forces.
Highest torque and stabilization range for the best gimbal performance on the market
Like all SOMAG marine Mounts, the NSM 500 is IP 67 compliant and made to perform in very rough sea conditions, up to sea state 6 and beyond. To achieve this performance, the NSM 500 features a peak torque of 250 Nm to withstand even 1.5 G lateral acceleration*. Users who choose an NSM 400 not only opt for an extremely powerful Mount, but also for one with a uniquely large stabilization range. The NSM 500 compensates for movements in roll and pitch up to ≤±20°. Even an installation at high altitudes, such as on 30-meter high masts, does not affect its performance. Designed to work 24/7 it offers an unmatched stabilization accuracy of ≤0.3° rms without external IMU data. It is also possible to feed in NMEA frames or ship data to improve the long-term stabilization performance of the Mount.
The evolved NSM 500 features advanced control algorithms, enhanced diagnosis possibilities and an Ethernet communication interface that allows integration into existing networks as well as control and monitoring of multiple Gyro Mounts within the network.
For further questions and prices please contact the SOMAG sales team at [email protected]
* The possible payload to be stabilized is related to the center of gravity of the payload as well as the lateral accelerations the Gyro Mount and payload have to withstand. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions in this regard. In order to give you the best possible assistance, please include the following information in your request:
- Where should the Mount be installed (floating platform, buoy, ship etc.)?
- Dimensions (length/width/weight) of the platform or vessel
- How many meters above the waterline should the Mount and the payload be installed?
- Center of gravity and weight of the payload
- Further information you consider important
The more information we get about the planned application, the better we can support you.
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Specifications
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Mechanical characteristics
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Platform height [mm]
290
Platform weight [kg]
33
Payload weight (max) [kg]
100
Sensor compatibility
Adaptable with nearly every marine and land payload (camera, scanner, radar, antenna etc.)
Operating Temperature
-32 °C ... +55 °C
connections
Ethernet / RS422 /RS232
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More information
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Distinguishable features
Usable with SOMAG Mount Control App, for manual control, status analysis, software feature activation or firmware update
Typical applications
Adaptable to almost every land and marine camera, sensor, antenna, data acquisition system in general.
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Performance
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Pitch [°]
≤±20.0
Roll [°]
≤±20.0
Yaw/Drift / [°]
no drift compensation
Residual deviation of the horizontal axis [° rms]*
≤0.3
Other
Independent stabilization because of internal Gyros. Usable with or without external IMU or NMEA frames.
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Electrical characteristics
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Typical power consumption [W]
70
Max power consumption [W]
450
Min input [V]
24
Max input [V]
30
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General
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Year of initial development
2020
Stabilization System Type
Hydraulic Gimbal System
Applied Standards
IACS E10, DNV GL, BV, DIN EN IEC 60068, 2006/42/EC Machinery
Operation Area
Land, Marine
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Environment
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Min operating temp [°C]
-32
Max operating temp [°C]
55
Min storage temp [°C]
-55
Max storage temp [°C]
85
Other
IP 67 complient
Documents
Brochure
datasheet-nsm500-marine-web.pdf
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