Nexus 2 USBL, 2780 Transceiver
Directional transceiver for high accuracy subsea positioning
Able to determine the positions of up to 16 dynamic subsea targets simultaneously, Nexus 2 is ideal for many deep or shallow water applications where multiple assets are to be tracked. These operations can include UXO surveys utilising several magnetometers or sidescan sonars, diving operations, and for use at offshore worksites where several vehicles may be in use concurrently. The long-range capability and exceptional accuracy specifications make Nexus 2 particularly effective for long layback
Description
The Nexus 2 is the second generation of Easytrak digital USBL systems designed as a highly advanced positioning and tracking system that is quick to deploy and straightforward to operate. Featuring aae Sigma 2 acoustic protocols, the Nexus 2’s digital spread spectrum transmissions provide a secure acoustic link with very low susceptibility to interference, enabling precise and reliable positioning over an extended operational range.
Able to determine the positions of up to 16 dynamic subsea targets simultaneously, Nexus 2 is ideal for many deep or shallow water applications where multiple assets are to be tracked. These operations can include UXO surveys utilising several magnetometers or sidescan sonars, diving operations, and for use at offshore worksites where several vehicles may be in use concurrently. The long-range capability and exceptional accuracy specifications make Nexus 2 particularly effective for long layback towed applications.
When coupled with 1100, 1130, 1160 and 1150 MF Series positioning beacons, Nexus 2 provides Multi-Fire common interrogate and MiQ data telemetry functionality.
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Specifications
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Transponders
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Dimensions {mm}
74 x 395
Dry weight {kg}
3
Depth rating {m}
1500
Additional functions
Remote transponder option. Depth sensors. Modem. Omni-directional transponder type 1119 specification quoted. Directional transponders also available.
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Physical properties of transducer head
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Diameter [mm]
200
Height [m]
0.432
Min. external power [Voltage]
90
Max. external power [Voltage]
240
Max power consumption [W]
250
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System Parameters
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Frequency {kHz}
18-32
Spread spectrum technology
Y
Min. operation range {m}
1
Max. operation range {m}
3000
Operation beam angle {deg}
150
Focussed beam forming
N
Number of active elements
8
Number of transponder channels
16
Multi user functionality
Y
LBL-functionality
N
Horizontal accuracy (in % of the water depth)
0.1
Vertical accuracy (in % of the water depth)
0.1
Angle accuracy (degr) @ 20 dB
0.07
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Motion compensation
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Motion sensors compatible to the system:
Internal AHRS + external options Internal depth sensor
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Interfaces
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Compatible hardware
Serial and Ethernet
Compatible software
Nexus 2
Real-time access procedure
Embedded Windows 7
Inertial interfacing
Y
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Speed of sound
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Ray tracing
N
Real-time integration of SV-profile
Y
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Deployment
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Inside deployment pole available
Y
Diam gate valve {mm}
300
Outside deployment pole available
Y
Recommended distance below keel {m}
2.5
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Mounting and deployment
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Mounting
Hull mounted & Portable
Retractable
Y
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Used Sonar Methods
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Type of system
USBL
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More information
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Distinguishable features
High accuracy/repeatability. Bi-directional Sigma 2 spread spectrum. Integrated 'Easycal 2', USBL calibration tool. Graphical overlay. Spec describes directional Transceiver Type 2780. Omni-directional transceiver option also available..
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General
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Date of first release
2018
Documents
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Easytrak Nexus 2, Technical Specification139.64 KB
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Positioning and Release Beacon Brochure 2020582.83 KB