Design elements of a small AUV for bathymetric surveys

Brian McCarter, Stephen Michael Portner, Wayne L. Neu, Daniel J. Stilwell, Dexter Malley, Jason Mims

2014 · 12 citations · 3 references

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Abstract

We describe the principal design elements of the Virginia Tech 690 autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV). The 690 AUV is designed for bathymetric surveys up to 500 m deep. It displaces less than 45 kg (100 lbs) and can operate for up to 24 hours at 4 knots.

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