im1800

Unmanned SUrface vehicle

The IM1800 is a multi-mission, shallow-water Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) designed for high-performance hydrographic and environmental surveys. Compact yet powerful, it is easy to transport and deploy, making it the ideal solution for operations in rivers, canals, lakes, and coastal areas—even in zones that are difficult to access.

Equipped with a multi-sensor platform, the IM1800 can integrate single or multibeam echosounders, side-scan sonar, ADCP, … It features a dedicated winch system capable of collecting water column data down to 30 or even 100 meters, depending on configuration. The system also supports video streaming and optional deep learning functionalities for advanced detection tasks.

Its hydrodynamic hull design ensures a stable platform for data acquisition, enabling accurate measurements and consistent results across a wide range of sea conditions. With four brushless motors and real-time autopilot navigation, the IM1800 sails with precision, following predefined mission routes and waypoints.

The vessel is fully autonomous and ultra-connected, allowing real-time control and telemetry via Wi-Fi, LTE/4G/5G, or long-range radio. Onboard cameras ensure safe navigation and visual situational awareness at all times.

Powered by a 4.2 kWh battery, the IM1800 achieves more than 8 hours of endurance at 1.2 m/s, depending on sea and weather conditions. Optional battery expansions can further extend mission duration.

With its modular architecture, robust autonomy, and high data quality, the IM1800 offers a cost-effective, safe, and scalable solution for a wide range of applications—from hydrography and environmental monitoring to research and inspection missions.