Fastwave products

The Wave Glider is a low-profile, unmanned surface vehicle that is capable of long-range, extended deployments with minimal human intervention. It is propelled by wave generated energy, with solar panel arrays providing power for on-board communications, sensor payloads and computing.   

Seaglider is an autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) or underwater glider developed for continuous, long term measurement of oceanographic parameters. Rather than an electrically driven propeller, the vehicle uses small changes in buoyancy and wings to achieve forward motion. The system`s pitch and roll are controlled using adjustable ballast (the vehicle battery). The vehicle moves through the water in a saw-tooth like pattern and surfaces often to determine its position. Navigation is accomplished using a combination of GPS fixes while on the surface and internal sensors that monitor the vehicle heading, depth and attitude during dives. External sensors are constantly scanning the ocean to determine environmental properties.

The unique underwater configuration of the OceanStar system enables the use of small, easily deployed relay buoys. The system has proven reliability in all weather conditions, including cyclones.

The GTTS-2000B is the only Iridium Short Burst Data (SBD) tracking device that can operate for many years from one battery under the most extreme conditions. No wiring and zero installation costs make the GTTS-2000B truly unique.

The GTTS-3000 provides global, real-time tracking capability for the Maritime Market, combining durability, endurance and reliability with simple installation and operation.

Fastwave`s unique Gryphon provides an ideal solution for temporary tracking of aircraft, vehicles or vessels where permanent installation is undesirable or impractical. In addition, it has an integrated Iridium satellite phone for global voice and SMS communication, wireless panic alarm and re-chargeable battery pack that provides up to 72 hours endurance in stand-alone operation. Gryphon is supplied in a compact, rugged, waterproof and dustproof case and is designed to withstand the rigors of travel in remote, hostile environments. Because it is completely autonomous, the Gryphon avoids the cost and complexity of installation in aircraft, vessels or vehicles.

The aviation version of the FasTracker GPS tracking unit offers a low cost solution where tracking and distress alarm capability is required without voice and messaging. It can be supplied for portable use or permanent installation.

We design and manufacture the FasTracker and Gryphon tracking equipment to withstand the extreme heat, dust and vibration typical of remote vehicle fleet operation. The vehicle tracking equipment can be supplied for permanent installation, or in a portable configuration for short term deployments.

The Voyager drifter buoy provides near real-time ocean current, sea surface temperature and oil spill tracking data via Iridium satellite telemetry. Unlike spherical drift buoys, the Voyager`s unique fin design and low freeboard ensures close coupling with the ocean surface layer and minimum wind influence. The Voyager has very simple operation and deployment procedures, making it ideal for oil spill response and emergency Search and Rescue (SAR) applications. Robust construction allows the Voyager to be dropped overboard from vessels or offshore platforms, or deployed from aircraft using an optional parachute.

The improved Voyager V3 has smaller above surface exposure and a larger fin width, which improves the wind to drift ratio, it is also smaller in size at 520mm (H) and weighs less at 4.7 Kg`s, the functionality remains the same as the initial Voyager Version and is also able to accommodate all of the additional accessory options, as mentioned above. The new improved design also makes battery changes easier.