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Seafloor HyDrone - Model 4.5 Generation -Uncrewed Surface Vessel for Hydrographic Survey Applications
The HyDrone™ 4.5 is a one-person portable catamaran platform engineered for professional hydrographic survey applications. It features a lightweight, wide-profile design with watertight construction that provides exceptional stability and durability in the field. Re-engineered for greater capability and efficiency, the HyDrone 4.5 includes an enhanced battery system for longer missions and faster charging, full servo compatibility for flexible configurations, and a tool-less assembly system that allows for quick setup and breakdown. With smart integration, improved electronics, and rugged marine-grade components, the HyDrone 4.5 delivers the same reliable results as larger, more expensive survey systems while offering more power, flexibility, and ease of use.
- Survey Speed: 2 kn
- Top Speed: 4 kn (Payload Dependent)
- Hull Length: 116cm / 45.6 in
- Hull Width: 21cm / 8.2 in
- Full Width: 73cm / 29 in
- Hull Material: UV Resistant HDPE
- Frame: Aluminum Powder Coated
- Hardware: Stainless Steel
- Empty Hull Weight w/ Batteries: 9.8 kg / 25 lbs
- Payload: 15 kg / 35 lbs
- Power: 2x 14.8 VDC 16 Ah Battery LiPo
- Battery Endurance: 8 Hours at Survey Speed
- Electronic Control Unit: 2x 120 amp
- Motor: 2x Brushless Thruster
- Steering: Differential
- Remote Control: 2.4GHz Long Range RCU
- Remote Range: Up to 1 km
- Hatches: 4x 7" Twist-Out Watertight Closure
- GPS: Compatible with All Brands
- Echosounder Package (Optional): Seafloor HydroLite™, HydroLite-DFX
