Strategic Robotic Systems

Strategic Robotic Systems (SRS) is an innovative developer of next-generation unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs).

With years of experience in vehicle design and field-testing, the company is approaching the challenges of subsea robotics development with a fresh perspective. SRS works closely with operators and organizations to understand both their current and future needs, and applies insights from technological advances in additional fields.

FUSION

Next-generation hybrid underwater vehicle with ROV, AUV & diver propulsion modes

The FUSION offers an innovative approach to underwater vehicle design, and is the first platform on the market to seamlessly combine tethered ROV, untethered AUV, and diver propulsion capabilities in a single platform. Developed with the operator foremost in mind, it provides a simple and intuitive user interface and is highly suited for a wide variety of missions.

Thanks to a cutting-edge sensor suite and efficient mechanical design, FUSION’s automation and control system ensures the utmost in stability and ease of operation. The platform is powered by high-density Li-ion modules and high-efficiency brushless DC thrusters with quick-release outrunner motors for maximum reliability.

FUSION operates from an extremely small expeditionary footprint due to its battery power, and is compact and lightweight enough to be transported as excess checked baggage

Versatile operating modes and payload capabilities

FUSION has the unique ability to operate in three different modes to suit a range of mission requirements.

Tethered ROV – provided with a low-drag 500-meter tether as standard, FUSION is also available with 1000- or 2000-meter options. These longer cables are fiber optic and maintain the same small diameter. Both versions are strong enough to engage in recovery of underwater objects and even drowning victims.

Untethered AUV – missions can be preprogrammed via the intuitive user interface, including complex operations that go far beyond simple grid-pattern surveys. A variety of high-resolution data can be captured, including sonar and video.

Diver Controlled Vehicle – with an easily-attached module, FUSION can be converted into a diver controlled vehicle. In this mode the vehicle can assist and tow the diver while enabling the operator to utilize the onboard sensors for navigation, imaging and data collection while using the vehicle’s thrusters for underwater traversal. In the diver controlled configuration the vehicle can also be operated completely subsurface as a fully submersed diver controlled ROV.

The versatile vehicle includes a modular payload bay and skids that can be equipped with a variety of sensors and equipment. Options include:

• 5kg and 10kg releasable payload containers with integrated buoyancy modules
• Various third-party EOD disruptor skids
• 450kHz and 900kHz Side Scan Sonar modules
• Two-function grabbers, up to 3kg lift and continuous rotation available
• Dual five-function manipulators with included control master arms
• 360 Scanning Sonar
• Laser Scaler
• Auxiliary Camera
• Magnetometer
• Metal Detector
• Thickness Gauge
• Diver Control Module

Custom engineered solutions for integration available on request.

Comprehensive all-in-one software suite

FUSION’s intuitive user interface has been designed for maximum ease of use, providing an all-in-one hub for control, visualization, mission planning, data logging and analysis, reporting and more.

Capabilities include:

• Programming missions for AUV / Mission / Diver modes
• Downloading files collected during AUV missions
• Playback of logged files
• Real-time control in ROV mode
• Real-time sensor data visualization in ROV mode
• Real-time data mosaic for forward and side scan sonars
• Post-mission automated report generation
• Data export and map generation
• Acoustic control and communications

The FUSION package comes with a choice of controller, both engineered with ergonomics and usability in mind and pre-installed with the user interface software.

HMI Compact – small form factor handheld controller that can be operated while standing or sitting. It features a high-brightness touchscreen, single-axis and 3-axis joysticks, and a ruggedized housing built to withstand punishing marine conditions.