Deep Ocean Search (DOS) is significantly boosting its subsea mission capabilities through the integration of Exail's advanced navigation and acoustic positioning systems. This technological upgrade is particularly impactful for the Mariner XL Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV), a robust platform engineered for complex operations at extreme depths, reaching up to 6,000 meters.
The Mariner XL ROV is now equipped with Exail's Rovins 9-DVL navigation system, which utilizes fiber-optic gyroscope technology for precise seabed-relative navigation in GPS-denied environments. This system minimizes drift and refines velocity tracking, offering crucial accuracy for deep-sea exploration. Complementing this is Exail's Gaps M7 acoustic positioning system, known for its rapid deployment and extended-range tracking capabilities, even in challenging acoustic conditions.
The Mariner XL ROV, manufactured by Argus in Norway, is designed for demanding tasks such as inspection, data acquisition, and object recovery. Its compact, containerized configuration allows for swift mobilization from various vessels, streamlining the logistical challenges inherent in deep-sea operations. The integration of Exail's Rovins 9-DVL, which tightly couples inertial navigation system (INS) and Doppler Velocity Log (DVL) data using Exail's proprietary fiber-optic gyroscope technology alongside Nortek's DVL, enhances accuracy and reliability.
Similarly, the Gaps M7 system, an all-in-one USBL and INS solution, offers calibration-free operation and robust tracking from shallow to extreme depths. Its advanced acoustic techniques ensure peak performance in demanding environments, facilitating efficient tracking and communication. This strategic integration by DOS and Exail represents a significant advancement in achieving greater reliability and efficiency in deep-sea exploration.
This collaboration underscores a broader industry trend towards adopting resilient, field-proven technologies. By equipping the Mariner XL with Exail's cutting-edge systems, Deep Ocean Search is poised to achieve new benchmarks in precision and dependability, pushing the frontiers of deep-ocean understanding.