ForwardViewer High Speed Forward-Looking Sonar
ForwardViewer is a digital forward-looking imaging sonar that provides real-time 2D image of underwater objects at vessel speeds up to 20 knots. With its long range imaging capabilities the ForwardViewer is ideal for navigation in shallow and hazardous waters. In addition, ForwardViewer’s underwater imaging capabilities can be beneficially used for harbour protection, mine counter measures (MCM) and dredging operations.
| Specification | |
|---|---|
| Max range: | 500 m |
| Frequency: | 200 kHz |
| Range resolution: | 20 mm |
| Frame width: | 30° |
| Horizontal beamwidth: | 1° |
| Vertical beamwidth: | 30° |
| Number of beams: | 30 |
| Update rate: | 40 Hz (max) |
ForwardViewer : Forward-Looking Imaging Sonar
| Interface | |
|---|---|
| Data transfer: | Ethernet |
| Voltage: | 12VDC / 220VAC |
| Operating temperature: | -5°C to +40°C |
| Storage temperature: | -30°C to +70°C |
| Mechanical | |
|---|---|
| Array weight: | 5 kg |
| Array dimensions: | 500 x 65 x 55 mm |
| Sonar module weight: | 5 kg |
| Sonar module dimensions: | 440 x 300 x 140 mm |
* Nordic Sonar reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
Applications
- Navigation in shallow waters
- Dredging
- Navy (MCM)
- Harbour Security
- Search and rescue operations