Radac BV products

With an array of three radars the elevations of the sea surface is measured at three positions. Knowing the slopes and the phase relations, the directional spectrum can be accurately calculated. The directional system consists of three downward-pointing radars. They form a virtual triangle at the water surface. The standard set-up in the one-point frame is one sensor pointing perpendicularly downwards and two tilted under an angle of 15 degrees. See visualisation below.

Mounted high above the water and without any moving parts there is no need for preventive maintenance or cleaning. (Re-) calibration is never required due to long term stable zero reference and constant sensitivity. The system is compact, robust and easy to install. It is equipped to measure wave heights and tides accurately, even in the most extreme conditions.

The WaveGuide Onboard installation compensates for the vertical motions of the ship, so it measures the waves the ship actually has to endure. This accurate wave monitoring system is an easy to use, reliable and robust device to measure vessel draft level, wave height and wave period. The sensor is capable of maintaining a high level of precision and accuracy in harsh environmental conditions and is particularly suited to maritime use.

Real time wave direction, wave height, wave period, draught. 3 radars + processing unit. Safety: ATEX, II 1/2 G Ex d [ia Ga] IIB T6 Ga/Gb. FMCW Radar. X-band 10 GHz. Motion compensated.