Mini ROV's
ROV Observer
The Observer remote operation vehicle is an observation class vehicle characterised by a high degree of portability and internal batteries, allowing the system to operate in remote locations where it is difficult to access a power source. The entire system is transported in a single case weighing around 32 kg and with a range of about 3 hours without external power.
The control console features an 8.1” LCD monitor, an integrated video recorder (recording onto digital storage media via USB) and 2 video outputs for monitors or external recorders, among many other features.
Manufacturer
Subsea Tech
Model
Observer 3.1
Max. Depth
150 m
Max. Speed
4 kts
Dimensions
49 cm long
27 cm diameter
21 cm tall
Weight
6.4 kg - ROV
32 kg - the whole
including carrying case
Cameras
2 high resolution/high sensitivity colour cameras - 600 lines/0.002 lux.
Lights
2 LED Lights 900 lumen with variable intensity
Sensors and Tools
Compass, depth gauge, temperature sensor, sonar, positioning system (mini USBL) and manipulator.
For more detailed specifications click here.
AC-ROV
The Observer remote operation vehicle is an observation class vehicle characterised by a high degree of portability, is operable by only 1 person and can be put into operation very quickly due to the simplicity of the system (in less than 3 minutes).
The system also has a high degree of mobility (5 degrees of freedom), having 4 vectored horizontal thrusters that allow the ROV to move at the same speed in all directions.
It is currently available for operation by the general public at the Estremoz Science Centre.
Manufacturer
Ac-cess
Model
AC-ROV 100
Max. Depth
75 m
Max. Speed
4 kts
Dimensions
203 mm long
152 mm wide
146 mm tall
Weight
3 kg - ROV
18 kg - the whole system
including carrying case
Cameras
550-line colour camera
sensitivity 0.1 lux
Lights
2 variable-intensity LED lights
For more detailed specifications click here.