Tech File: The Apium Data Diver
meters – all in a package that weighs less than 10 lbs and is easy to ship or carry-on when traveling. Apium transports the current prototype in boxes of 10 units, which double as launching containers for rapid deployment. The unique size and low cost of the vehicle is made possible by the motor technology developed and supplied by Blue Robotics. Additionally, the vehicles use a wireless inductive charging system provided by WiBotic that lets them charge at a rate of 50 watts. The advent of such inexpensive and capable technologies is fostering a revolution in low cost marine systems. As the company
K-LARS Chosen for Jumeirah Offshore’s New DSV
with Kongsberg on seismic vessel projects in the past. Throughout the development of its various advanced LARS, Kongsberg Evotec has placed great emphasis on environment and safety both for the operator and on the equipment, the company said. In particular, the use of permanent magnet motor technology combined with a customized control system provides operational advantages for the user. According to Kongsberg Evotec, its LARS technology features accurate heave compensation with a minimum of power use. The control system also gives the operator continuous information about capacity
Bourbon Orders ROV Launch and Recovery System
design AHTS vessel, which is developed for worldwide operations, including arctic regions. Through the development of E-LARS, Kongsberg Evotec has focused on environmental factors and safety of the operator and the equipment, the company said. The positive qualities of the permanent magnet motor technology used in the E-LARS system, combined with a customized control system, introduces operational advantages including accurate heave compensation with minimal power use. To ensure safe and efficient ROV launch and recovery, the E-LARS control system provides the operator with continuous
Torqeedo Powers Searobotics Unmanned Vessels
allowing rapid deployment in remote areas or deployment by larger vessels, to large, high endurance, open ocean systems. The SeaRobotics command and control systems are user friendly and compact, enabling ease of mobilization. Torqeedo's outboards combine lithium batteries with leading-edge motor technology and propeller design. They offer unrivalled strength and efficiency for superior range. Environmentally-sound and truly innovative, these electric outboards have won many award
FMC, Sulzer Complete Subsea Pump Tests
in subsea applications. Together, the two companies have developed a powerful new multiphase pump system optimized for harsh subsea environments. The new pump system leverages Sulzer Pumps’ field-proven pump hydraulics with FMC Technologies’ advanced, high-speed permanent magnet motor technology and subsea system design and integration experience. The helico-axial type pump is powered by a 3.2 megawatt permanent magnet motor and is capable of withstanding pressures up to 5,000 psi. By using permanent magnet motor technology, less maintenance is required and greater speed, efficiency
February 2024
