Hybrid Underwater Robotic Systems for Subsea Use in Civilian, Security & Defence Sectors
FUSION Next-generation hybrid underwater vehicle with ROV, AUV & diver propulsion modes
FUSION

Strategic Robotic Systems' FUSION is the world's first subsea robotic vehicle to seamlessly combine tethered ROV, untethered AUV, and diver propulsion capabilities in a single platform. Based around a cutting-edge suite of carefully selected and positioned sensors, including GNSS, USBL, DVL, AHRS and sonar, it delivers 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. Thanks to its battery-driven power, it can operate from an extremely small expeditionary footprint and is compact and lightweight enough to be transported as excess checked baggage.

FUSION's skids and modular payload bay can be equipped with a variety of sensors and equipment to outfit it for virtually any mission. Options include:

  • Payload containers with integrated buoyancy modules
  • Forward-looking sonars & DVLs
  • Zero Point TiTAN EOD disruptor
  • Side scan sonar
  • Multifunctional grabbers and manipulators

The complete package also comes with a choice of controller, as well as pre-installed user interface software that provides an intuitive all-in-one hub for control, visualization, mission planning, data logging and analysis, reporting and more.

Specifications:

Dimensions (L x H): 686 x 275 mm (27 x 10.8”)
Weight in Air: 27.5 kg (60 lbs)
Depth Rating: 305 m (1000 ft)
Endurance: 3 – 4 hrs typical
Camera: UHD 4K, 135o tilt, 110o FOV in water
Lighting: 2 x LED, 1500 Lumen each
Forward Sonar: Dual Frequency 750 kHz / 1.2 MHz / 3.0 MHz (optional)
130o/80o horizontal beam width
20o/12.5o vertical beam width
100 m/ 40 m (328 ft / 115 ft) max range
0.1 m (4 in) min range
4 mm / 2.5 mm (0.16 / 0.1in) range resolution
1o/0.6oacoustic angular resolution
15 Hz update rate
256 beams
USBL: 1 km (3,280 ft) hemispherical range
1o angular resolution
±50 mm (2 in) range resolution
24-32 kHz frequency
DVL: 1 MHz
50 m (164 ft) max range
0.2 m (0.65 ft) min range
±0.2% long range accuracy
0.01 mm/s velocity resolution
±16 m/s velocity range
Tether: 500 / 1000 / 2000 m (1640 / 3280 / 6561 ft)
Fiber 2.4 mm (0.09 in) / Copper 3mm (0.12in) diameter
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