
Deep Trekker has launched its Distance Lock feature, a forward-facing proximity sensor, designed to enhance underwater operations.
Distance Lock makes it simpler and more precise to maintain a consistent range from objects, surfaces, or the seafloor.
Created to elevate the capabilities of remote-operated vehicles (ROVs), Distance Lock combines advanced sonar data with intuitive controls, enabling operators to focus on their mission without constant manual adjustments.
Key Features of Distance Lock
- Forward-Facing Proximity Sensor for Precise ROV Navigation: The Distance Lock is mounted to the front of the ROV and calculates the distance to relatively flat surfaces. This provides operators with a reliable method for ensuring a fixed distance from the inspected target, enabling precise movement during long inspections.
- Real-Time Distance Readouts for Accurate Positioning: The sensor offers real-time distance readouts, displayed directly on the controller screen, allowing the operator to track changes in distance and adjust settings as needed. This feature provides constant monitoring of the ROVs positioning, ensuring accuracy during operations.
- Automatic Distance Lock for Hands-Free Operation: The ability to lock the distance between the ROV and the target enables a hands-off approach to navigation. The operator can focus on other aspects of the mission, such as capturing high-quality imagery or monitoring ROV performance, while the sensor maintains the fixed distance.
- Ideal for Long Surveys and Inspections: With its ability to maintain distance over extended periods, the Distance Lock is ideal for applications such as dam inspections, sea wall surveys, and other long-term tasks that require consistent distance control. The sensor provides operators with more stability, reducing the need for constant manual adjustments during lengthy operations.
The Distance Lock function ensures stability and precision, especially in demanding environments such as marine research, underwater construction, aquaculture inspections, and search-and-recovery missions. By allowing ROVs to maintain a fixed separation from inspection targets or sensitive ecosystems, this tool not only saves time but also minimizes potential disruptions to underwater habitats.
Whether inspecting ship hulls, monitoring coral reefs, or assisting in pipeline surveys, the Distance Lock feature delivers impressive accuracy and control, empowering professionals to achieve better results with less effort.