Abstract
This paper describes the ROVLATIS, a multi-mode of operation flexible platform for high-resolution nearseabed survey from shallow inshore waters to depths beyond 1000m. The paper further describes the operation modes of the vehicle. Special system features
include: deployment flexibility for both small inshore boats and larger research vessel; fault tolerant controls; onboard computer control enabling real-time disturbance reaction, autopilot functionality and autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) experimentation; and topside augmented reality operations support, simulation for remotely operated vehicle (ROV) pilot and sonar operator/hydrographer training. Vehicle and control development using the University of Limerick (UL) virtual underwater laboratory/simulation tools and hardwarein-the-loop testing is described. The paper includes test results from the March 2009 offshore sea trials with the ROVLATIS.
include: deployment flexibility for both small inshore boats and larger research vessel; fault tolerant controls; onboard computer control enabling real-time disturbance reaction, autopilot functionality and autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) experimentation; and topside augmented reality operations support, simulation for remotely operated vehicle (ROV) pilot and sonar operator/hydrographer training. Vehicle and control development using the University of Limerick (UL) virtual underwater laboratory/simulation tools and hardwarein-the-loop testing is described. The paper includes test results from the March 2009 offshore sea trials with the ROVLATIS.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 159-174 |
| Number of pages | 16 |
| Journal | Underwater Technology |
| Volume | 28 |
| Issue number | 4 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 1 Nov 2009 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Remotely Operated Vehicle
- Intervention Operations
- High - Resolution sonar survey
- Multi-sonar Controller
- Operations Support
- Augmented Reality
- Sonar and Vehicle Simulation