Flydog Solutions OÜ products

The Profiler Buoy `Mona` provides a comprehensive solution for both commercial and research applications, designed to monitor ongoing changes in the marine environment. Equipped with customisable sensors for measuring critical parameters such as temperature, salinity, and microbiology, `Mona` sends sensors to the sea bottom via an onboard winch, collecting data throughout the descent. Traditional marine data collection methods are costly, with vessel operations accounting for approximately 80% of total monitoring budgets. By anchoring in a single location for extended periods, `Mona` drastically cuts the need for continuous vessel deployment, significantly reducing costs.

Profiling Buoy ‘Oscar’ is designed to be an end to end solution. The sensors are moved through the vertical water column by an on-board winch making measurements on the way. Oscar features two-way communication, enabling real-time control and responsiveness. The platform`s remote configurability allows for adjustments in profiling depths and schedules as needed, and manual profiles can be initiated rapidly. Setting up alerts for various parameters is straightforward; for instance, if the GPS position shifts or any measured parameter goes out of preset range, the system automatically sends SMS and email notifications. The profiling buoy is ran by our Flybox data-logger that merges a hardware controller with data logging capabilities. This device stands out with its modular I/O, extensive data transfer options, and capabilities for remote configuration and diagnostics.

Flydog’s data buoy is equipped with sensors to measure parameters specified by the customer (temperature, salinity, microbiology, etc). The sensors are fixed to the buoy or hung below the buoy at desired depths. The collected data is sent to client’s FTP or Flydog’s cloud server for further processing. Multiple data transfer protocols are supported. The waterproof cargo bay can carry different measuring, surveillance and data equipment. Built-in GPS makes sure that the location of the devices is always known and tracked. Flydog’s buoys can be integrated with various sensors chosen by the client. It is also possible to add a weather-station. The buoy is equipped with marine grade solar panels which makes it autonomous for working during the whole season without having to go to the deployment site to replace the batteries.

Our submersed profiler, Salla, operates at the sea bottom, shielded from surface waves and storms, making it particularly suitable for regions affected by winter ice cover. Salla employs a winch to elevate sensors through the water column, capturing continuous, high resolution vertical profiles. Powered by a seabed cable connected to the mainland, Salla transmits measured data to our servers in near real-time. It supports a variety of sensors to measure specific parameters such as temperature, salinity, and dissolved oxygen. These sensors, sourced from various vendors, can be combined into a comprehensive multi-parameter probe.  Additionally, Salla serves as a central hub, capable of powering external sensors like ADCPs and relaying their data to the mainland, enhancing its utility as a versatile marine research tool.

All our environmental monitoring platforms are integrated with the Flybox data logger. Its hardware is designed for robustness and versatility, featuring multiple protection circuits and numerous I/O ports out of the box. With an integrated LTE modem and a standard Ethernet port, Flybox can work autonomously or use an existing solution for internet connectivity. It can even function as a gateway for other devices.

Our flow-through microplastic sampling systems can be installed to seawater intake on research vessels and ferryboxes. Unattended operation and the ability to use existing water infrastructure makes it a cost-effective alternative to surface sampling nets.