SubC Imaging provides a range of advanced subsea laser solutions designed to enhance underwater imaging, measurement, and survey accuracy.
When integrated with cameras on ROVs, AUVs, or diver-operated systems, lasers transform raw imagery into precise, measurable data, supporting applications from offshore inspection to marine science research.
Underwater lasers are critical for establishing scale, highlighting surface details, and ensuring repeatability across surveys. They also improve pilot visibility by serving as spatial guides during live operations.
SubC Imaging offers three main laser configurations, each optimized for specific subsea tasks:
Parallel dot lasers, such as the SubC MantaRay Mk2, project two green points at a fixed spacing (typically 100 mm). These are ideal for providing scale in photo transects, estimating organism size during benthic surveys, or measuring marine growth on offshore structures.
Line lasers, available through the SubC Skate Mk2, project a continuous beam across the target, revealing contours and surface irregularities. They are particularly effective for surface profiling, deformation detection, and 3D reconstruction workflows. A parallel line configuration enables accurate scale capture even at oblique imaging angles.
Grid lasers extend these capabilities by projecting a matrix of dots, offering multiple reference points for complex geometry capture, photogrammetry, and habitat mapping. This makes them especially valuable for scientific and archaeological applications.
All SubC lasers are built from Grade 5 titanium, depth-rated to 6000 meters, and optimized at 520 nm (green) for maximum visibility in turbid or deep-water environments. Fully compliant with international safety standards, they provide rugged, reliable performance for critical subsea missions.
By matching the right laser to the imaging objective, operators can ensure accurate, repeatable, and high-value data collection in even the most challenging marine conditions.
