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WBMS FLS - Compact and Wide

Model FLS Compact, FLS Wide

Ultra-compact wideband forward-looking sonars for real-time long-range underwater imaging on vessels, UUVs, USVs and fixed installations, rated to 6,000 m.

Description

The WBMS FLS series is a family of ultra-compact wideband forward-looking sonars for real-time, long-range underwater imaging on mobile and stationary platforms, including crewed vessels, UUVs, USVs and fixed installations. The sonars operate to 6,000 m depth. The FLS Compact has a fully integrated transducer and curved receiver array; the FLS Wide adds an independent transducer for coverage up to 180°.

Key features

  • Acoustic zoom and fast update rate
  • Range resolution below 10 mm
  • Single-cable interface and low power consumption
  • Dual-head support
  • Kit includes topside unit (SIU), cables and mounting hardware in a flight case

Applications

  • Navigation safety and obstacle detection and tracking (with GuardPoint software)
  • Terrain avoidance and inspection
  • Subsea construction
  • Defence and security

Specifications

Depth rating6000 m
Range resolution< 10 mm
Coverage (FLS Wide)up to 180°

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