Autosub6000: a deep diving long range AUV

McPhail, Stephen. 2008 Autosub6000: a deep diving long range AUV. In: Proceedings of USYS08. Pulau Pinang, Indonesia, Universiti Sains Malaysia, [6p].

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Abstract/Summary

With an ultimate range up to 1000 km, a maximum operating depth of 6000 m, and a generous payload capacity, Autosub6000 is well placed to become one of the world’s most capable deep diving Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs). Recently, Autosub6000 successfully completed its first deep water engineering trials, and in September 2008, fitted with a multibeam sonar, will carry out its first science missions. This paper will describe how we are tackling the design issues that specifically affect a deep diving AUV which must be capable of operating with true autonomy, independently of the mother ship, namely: carrying adequate energy for long endurance and range, coping with varying buoyancy, and maintaining accurate navigation throughout missions lasting up to several days. Results from the recent engineering trails are presented, and future missions and development plans are discussed.

Item Type:	Publication - Book Section
Additional Keywords:	AUV Navigation Autosub Autosub6000 Underwater Robotics
Date made live:	30 Mar 2009 +0 (UTC)
URI:	https://nora.nerc.ac.uk/id/eprint/165907

Item Type:

Publication - Book Section

Additional Keywords:

AUV Navigation Autosub Autosub6000 Underwater Robotics

Date made live:

30 Mar 2009 +0 (UTC)

URI:

https://nora.nerc.ac.uk/id/eprint/165907