USV AirCAT

USV AirCAT

USV AirCAT

Product catalog summary
Overview
The AirCAT is a surface drone designed as an inflatable catamaran, available in two versions: the 270 Version weighing 42 kg and the 400 Version weighing 53 kg. It can operate in teleoperated or fully autonomous modes and is capable of carrying a payload of up to 150 kg, with an endurance of up to 12 hours.
Design and Structure
The AirCAT features an ultra-durable PVC structure with double inflatable tubes, ensuring optimal buoyancy even if punctured. It is easily transportable, fitting into a bag and two cases that comply with airline checked luggage standards. The 270 Version measures 2.74 m in length, while the 400 Version measures 4 m, providing stability in inland and coastal waters up to Beaufort 3.
Power and Endurance
Equipped with a 100 Ah 24 V LiFePO4 battery, the AirCAT offers a standard endurance of 4 hours, extendable to 12 hours with additional batteries. The modular battery compartment allows for easy adjustments to endurance.
Onboard Electronics
The AirCAT includes an onboard PC with open architecture, supporting various sensors such as echosounders, sonars, and Lidar. It offers real-time data visualization capabilities.
Navigation
Features include an HD color camera on a 360° turret, navigation lights, and optional AIS and obstacle avoidance systems. The autonomous navigation software supports point-to-point routing, waypoint following, station-keeping, and return-to-base functionality.
Technical Specifications
The AirCAT is controlled remotely via 5GHz WiFi, with a 2.4GHz radio link as backup. It has a speed of 6 knots and can handle currents over 1m/s. The propulsion system includes an electric outboard motor, and the power supply is AC 110-220V for battery recharging.
Packaging and Transport
The AirCAT is packaged in one bag and two cases, making it convenient for transport. No specific maintenance is required, and it comes with a one-year warranty excluding shipping costs.
Options and Accessories
Optional equipment includes various sonar systems, 3D Lidar, current meters, additional battery packs, and customizable hull colors. An annual maintenance contract with free updates is available.
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Catalog excerpts

USV AirCAT-1

AirCAT 270 / 400 270 Version : 2,74 m 400 Version : 4 m 270 Version : 42 kg 400 Version : 53 kg Endurance 12 hours is a surface drone designed as an inflatable catamaran, capable of operating in either teleoperated or fully autonomous modes. Ultralight, it weighs only 42 kg (270 Version) or 53 kg (400 Version) and can carry up to 180 kg, achieving a payload-to-weight ratio of over 300%. Its ultra-durable PVC structure with double inflatable tubes ensures optimal buoyancy, even in the event of a puncture in one of the tubes. Easily transportable, AirCAT can be packed into a bag and two cases with dimensions that comply with the standards for checked luggage on airplanes. Once deployed, it measures 2.74 m in length and 1.54 m in width (standard version) or 4 m in length (400 Version), offering excellent stability on both inland and coastal waters up to Beaufort 3. Its modular LiFePO4 battery compartment allows adjustable endurance ranging from 4 to 12 hours. ONBOARD ELECTRONICS Equipped with an onboard PC, an open architecture, and a high payload capacity, AirCAT can integrate a variety of sensors (single/ multibeam echosounders, side-scan sonars, sediment profilers, ADCPs, multiparameter probes, Lidar, etc.) with real-time data visualization capabilities. AirCAT is equipped as standard with a 100 Ah 24 V LiFePO4 battery, providing an average endurance of 4 hours. This can be doubled (8 hours) or even tripled (12 hours) with additional batteries, thanks to its high payload capacity. AirCAT features an HD color camera mounted on a 360° turret and navigation lights. Optional equipment includes an AIS system and an obstacle avoidance function. Its autonomous navigation software supports point-to-point routing, waypoint following, station-keeping, and return-to-base functionality.

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USV AirCAT-2

SERVICE AND WARRANTY Control Remote control via 5GHz WiFi (2.4GHz radio link as backup) 400 Version: L 4.0 m x W 1.98 m x H 1.25 m (excluding antenna) Weight 42 kg without payload Draft 10 cm with motor raised, 30 cm with Max. Wave Height Sea 3, current 5 knots Documentation Operator manual in paper and digital formats Maintenance No specific maintenance required Warranty 1 year parts and labor excluding ship ping costs Single-beam Airmar Smart SS510 sonar, 235kHz, Bathymetry range 0.5-100m, resolution 3cm Multibeam Norbit WMBS + INS + GPS RTK sonar Side-scan Sonar Starfish 450kHz/990kHz Imaging...

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