SatLab Unveils New USV with Integrated Multibeam Echo Sounder

SatLab Geosolutions introduces the HydroBoat 1200MB, a compact, all-in-one solution integrating unmanned surface vehicle (USV) technology with the HydroBeam M2 multibeam echo sounder.

Designed to simplify and accelerate underwater 3D surveying for inland and nearshore environments, the HydroBoat 1200MB delivers professional-grade performance and reliable data in a portable, turnkey package.

Built from the ground up as a fully integrated system, the HydroBoat 1200MB unifies navigation, sonar acquisition, real-time visualization, and data management — enabling small teams to perform efficient geospatial reconnaissance and hydrographic assessment with minimal setup time and operational complexity.

Core Advantages

From survey planning to final deliverables, the system offers an ultra-integrated workflow. The integrated inertial navigation system (INS) provides instant roll, pitch, and yaw precision with zero calibration required.

Users can view high-resolution 3D point clouds, bathymetric data, and side scan images live across multiple devices — including tablets, remote controllers, and laptops — for instant quality control and agile field decision-making, eliminating the need for post-processing.

Powered by Sound Speed Profile Inversion (SPIN™), the system ensures precise, real-time sound velocity correction without requiring additional SVP equipment. No on-site assembly or calibration is required, featuring a simple Android-based intuitive control interface with real-time preview—ready to survey in under five minutes.

With 512 beams and 30°–150° swath coverage, the HydroBoat 1200MB surveys up to 7.5× more area than single-beam systems—boosting acquisition speed, operational transitions, and data processing efficiency. All-in-one integration eliminates the need for separate SVPs, boat rentals, or extra crew. Less hardware, less training, and faster project delivery reduce your overall costs.

Designed to carry high-spec multibeam sensors on a streamlined USV platform, the HydroBoat 1200MB delivers precise, high-density data even in shallow or confined waters—meeting IHO, CHS, and USACE standards.

HydroBoat 1200MB Applications

• Rivers and Reservoirs
• Steep or Terraced Bank Mapping
• Vertical Structures and Wall Surveys
• Sediment Transport & Channel Maintenance
• Infrastructure & Environmental Monitoring

The HydroBoat 1200MB is a simpler, smarter solution for underwater geospatial reconnaissance and hydrographic assessment. From rapid deployment to real-time 3D insights, it streamlines the entire hydrographic workflow into one compact, dependable system.