BATHYDRONE
Aquatic Drone VASCO,
PERFORMANCE, SPEED, DURABILITY, AND ACCURACY
The all-in-one Surface Drone!
VASCO is a surface drone compatible with a wide range of sensors (single-frequency sonar, dual-frequency, multi-beam, ADCP probe).
As bathymetry experts, we designed VASCO to meet all your underwater exploration and inspection needs. With customizable features and a design combining robustness and speed, VASCO will be your best ally for all your mission types.
VASCO integrates a GNSS RTK/PPK for centimeter-level data and allows you to easily program an automatic mission directly from the shore.
Your bathymetric surveys will never be the same.
BATHYDRONE
Aquatic drone VASCO,
PERFORMANCE, SPEED, STRENGTH, AND PRECISION
The all-in-one surface drone!
The VASCO is a surface drone compatible with a wide range of sensors (monofrequency sonar, bifrequency, multibeam, ADCP probe).
As bathymetry experts, we designed the VASCO to meet all your needs for underwater exploration and inspection. With customizable features and a design that combines durability and speed, VASCO will be your best ally for all types of missions.
VASCO includes a GNSS RTK/PPK for obtaining centimeter-level data and allows you to easily program an automatic mission from the shore.
Your bathymetric surveys will never be the same again.
1 Operator
Deployment in 5 minutes.
Long range.
Automatic mission.
Autonomy up to 8 hours.
Maximum speed 3 m/s.
Autonomy up to 8 hours.
Optimal stability in all environments.
With enhanced stability and a speed of up to 3m/s, VASCO moves with agility and precision in various environments, whether inland waters, rivers, or coastal areas. Its shallow draft allows it to operate in depths as low as 20 cm.
With an 8-hour autonomy, this drone enables you to cover vast exploration areas without compromising data accuracy.
BathyDrone VASCO, a custom-designed configuration made and manufactured in France
As experts in bathymetry, we offer a range of tools and sensors, carefully selected throughout our years of experience in bathymetric missions.
Extended sensor compatibility
A true chameleon, VASCO features a Central Multi-Sensor Well, allowing the transport and quick exchange of multiple instruments without tools. Fully customizable, it enables you to choose the options suited to your needs and upgrade your equipment over time.
Single frequency: 500 kHz or 200 kHz
Dual frequency: 10 to 30 kHz in low frequency
and 200 kHz in high frequency
Multibeam echosounder: 256 beams and inertial unit
Side-scan sonar: Starfish Tritech
Onboard measurement instruments
A true versatile gem, VASCO offers the possibility of integrating various additional equipment to meet a wide range of needs.
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Winch for specific probes remotely controllable (e.g., Swift SVP)
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EXO3S multiparameter sensor with dedicated mapping software developed in-house
Hot-swappable batteries
Equipped with 2 rechargeable 22 Ah LiPo batteries, VASCO offers hot-swapping, allowing you to continue exploration without resetting the sensors. A real advantage for long missions or in fast-moving waters.
Other options.
Additional 6S 22 Ah battery
BathyLink: Communication box for GNSS and third-party total stations
Paint: Customizable color
Refrigerated surface water sampling chamber (20 slots)
Simplification of mission programming and control
Quick start: training tailored to your professional requirements
The next-generation remote control integrates an Android system with a 7" touchscreen, offering guaranteed visibility even in direct sunlight and an autonomy of about 10 hours. It charges simply via USB.
The HYDROMAGIC acquisition software implemented in VASCO allows for the creation of automatic missions within a polygon, displays the compass, visualizes the battery voltage, and more.
Relatively intuitive, the handling requires less than a day of training for piloting.
This training, available remotely or in-person, includes theoretical and practical lessons on equipment knowledge, preparation and management of automatic missions, interpretation of sonar data, etc.
For the software, training can be completed in 1 to 2 days, depending on your needs and prior knowledge.
Our partner ESCADRONE offers e-learning training for quick skill development without the need for travel.
CHARACTERISTICS
Dimensions:
L150cm × 160cm × H30cm
Weight:
35kg with 1 battery
GPS + Sonde
Max speed:
3 m / sec
Minimum draft:
20 cm with single beam
Payload capacity:
10kg
Recommended speed
CHARACTERISTICS
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Composite hull and paint + varnish finish
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Anodized aluminum gantry
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2 brushless motors
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Next-generation autopilot
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Android remote control, range up to 2km in line of sight
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2 Lipo 22 Ah batteries and charger
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Hot-swappable battery
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Current and voltage sensor with display on the remote control
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Embedded PC (Windows)
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Electronic master switch with power-on indicator
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Removable aluminum transport trolley
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1 waterproof camera with GoPro mount
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Flash light on the gantry
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Handles for transport