Sea Owl SUBROV – Submarine ROV Purpose The Sea Owl SUBROV system is intended for use from a submarine torpedo tube. The SUBROV has a capability for Inspection, UWworks, Mine Counter Measures, as a platform for Communication/Surveillance and an active Docking Tool for an AUV.
Total System Length Diameter Weight Power Supply (max)
6.5 m 0.533 m 700 / 750* kg 5 kW
* including Battery Package
Wet End
System Overview The SUBROV system consists of an operator’s console, a power supply, a winch and a ROV. The console is used for controlling the ROV and to display video and sonar images to the operator. The power supply is a converter that can transform the onboard battery supply to power for the ROV. The ROV can be powered by the tether or an onboard battery package.
The winch is a tether management system with functions to maintain tether/fibre length and tension in order to keep the tether/fibre safe. The ROV is a highly maneuverable and versatile vehicle that can be configured for a multitude of tasks. The ROV is based on the well-proven Sea Owl 500 MK IV used extensively in the offshore industry.
ROV length Diameter Weight (ROV) Speed Thrust Forward Sideways Up/down Depth (operation) Tether/Fibre Length
1.8 / 2.5* m 0.533 m 120 / 180* kg 0 – 3 knots 250 N 200 N 400 N 0 – 500 m 100 / >2000 m
Dry End Length Diameter
3.5 / 2.5* m 0.533 m
Characteristics The system is designed to have the same dimensions and form as a torpedo. This means that installation can easily be performed in the same manner as loading a torpedo. The only interfaces required on the submarine are power and the standard penetrator for the tube hatch. SAAB UNDERWATER SYSTEMS
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