Meet the Orpheus AUV
The Orpheus AUV is a new class of subsea asset, specialized for high-resolution data collection near and on the seafloor.
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Collect more data, in less time
Orpheus provides multiple operational modes with unique functionality, in one agile package.
Survey
Collect high-resolution data across wider areas
Monitor
Low-power passive or periodic monitoring at fixed points
Collect
Physical interaction with the seafloor for sample collection
Flexible payload options
With a modular instrument bay, the Orpheus AUV is customizable to fit your mission needs.
Geoscientific
Sediment core sampler
Multibeam
Magnetometer
Environmental
Passive hydrophone
Water sensing (CTD, dO2, pH)
Turbidity
Biological
HD camera (down-looking)
eDNA sampler
Baited camera trap
Specifications
V1 Orpheus AUV Features and Capabilities
Dimensions:
60” x 70” x 52”
550 Weight (in air):
550 lbs
Depth Rating:
6000m
LARS:
Over-the-side w/ winch
Tracking:
USBL beacon
Imaging & Lighting:
4x LED SeaLites SmartSight MV100 camera
Propulsion:
2x Vertical 2x Horizontal Thrusters
Navigation:
Altimeter/DVL/INS
Payload Capacity:
50-70 lbs wet weight
Energy:
2.6 kWh Li-ion
Est. Transit Range
10km
Est. Endurance:
8-12 hrs (active) 24-96 hrs (passive)
Orpheus AUV in action
Orpheus Ocean is on a quest to revolutionize how humanity explores Earth’s final frontier.
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