Envoy AUV
The Envoy AUV is a versatile underwater robotic platform that can be powered by Li-ion battery or hydrogen fuel cell, and is capable of covering up to 2000 line kilometres of survey in a single sortie. The rapidly-deployable vehicle can be easily transported in a container and mobilized via trailer or vessel LARS. All topside support equipment uses industry-standard interfaces for maximum convenience and efficient deployment.
Envoy is equipped with a range of cutting-edge navigation sensors, including the Sonardyne SprintNav INS as well as a DVL and USBL, ensuring high-accuracy operation in challenging waters. It can be equipped with a wide range of configurable payload options, including:
- Synthetic aperture sonar
- Multi-beam echosounder
- Sub-bottom profiler
- Camera and laser
- Magnetometer
- Environmental & geophysical sensors
| Li-Ion Battery | Hydrogen Fuel Cell | |
| Dimensions: | L 5.6 – 10m, D 1m | L 8.5m, D 1m |
| Weight: | 1400 – 5000 kg | 2700 kg |
| Depth Rating: | 1000, 3000, or 6000m | 1000, 3000, or 6000m |
| Endurance: | 24-96 hrs | 370 hrs (15.4 days) |
| Max Range: | 130 – 500 km | 2000 km |
| Position Certainty: | 0.04% to 0.01% DT | 0.04% to 0.01% DT |
