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HyDrone™ ASV

HyDrone™ Unmanned Surface Vehicle

Compact. Capable. Hydrographic-Ready.

The HyDrone™ ASV is a lightweight catamaran-style unmanned surface vehicle built specifically for hydrographic survey applications. Designed for efficiency and ease of deployment, HyDrone provides professional-grade performance comparable to larger, more expensive systems — in a portable, field-ready platform.

One-Person Portable Design
Easily transport, deploy, and operate in remote or hazardous environments. The hull disassembles for convenient transport and shipping.

Extended Survey Endurance
Up to 6 hours of runtime at survey speed with swappable batteries, allowing for longer data collection sessions without interruption.

Precise Maneuverability
Dual brushless differential thrusters provide smooth control and stable navigation.

Long-Range Remote Operation
2.4 GHz remote control system with up to 1 km operational range.

Flexible Payload Capacity
Supports up to 35 lbs of instrumentation, making it ideal for a wide range of hydrographic applications.

HyDrone can be outfitted with:

  • Single beam echo sounders

  • Multibeam sonar systems

  • Sidescan sonar

  • ADCP systems

  • RTK GNSS receivers

  • AutoNav™ control systems

  • HydroLite™ pole kits

  • SonarMite™ MILSpec echosounder

Compatible with leading hydrographic data acquisition software including Hypack, Carlson, Leica, Sokkia, Topcon, and Trimble workflows.

  • Typical Survey Speed: 2 knots

  • Top Speed: 4 knots

  • Hull Length: 116 cm (45.6 in)

  • Hull Width: 73 cm (29 in)

  • Hull Material: UV-resistant HDPE

  • Payload Capacity: 35 lbs

  • Battery: Dual 14.8V LiPo

  • Remote Range: Up to 1 km