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ROVs for Underwater Search and Recovery Missions

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  • Verify Side Scan Sonar Targets
  • Accident Investigation
  • Victim and Evidence Recovery
Rov Sonar Image of a canoe at 22m range

ROVs tools to identify targets

Once the side scan has completed it's sweep of the area, SAR teams are able to mark areas of interest where their target may be located. Traditionally, divers are deployed at this point and must navigate through the murky water, relying on touch to move around. Deep Trekker ROVs work in tandem - after the side scan has completed, it can be quickly deployed to identify the target. Pair your ROV with a multibeam imaging sonar to reidentify the target and get visual confirmation.

Rov Sonar Image of a canoe at 22m range

ROVs tools to identify targets

Once the side scan has completed it's sweep of the area, SAR teams are able to mark areas of interest where their target may be located. Traditionally, divers are deployed at this point and must navigate through the murky water, relying on touch to move around. Deep Trekker ROVs work in tandem - after the side scan has completed, it can be quickly deployed to identify the target. Pair your ROV with a multibeam imaging sonar to reidentify the target and get visual confirmation.

Location Tracking

Using the REVOLUTION NAV package equipped with USBL and DVL, teams can plot their course and verify what areas have been previously searched for points of interest. Location tracking and breadcrumbing capabilities allow crews to record notes, photos and videos at waypoints for further analysis and record keeping. Furthermore, overlaid maps and station holding make real time positioning and navigation even easier for searching in large areas. With Deep Trekker's Mission Planner you can create waypoints at predefined locations to navigate directly to known side scan sonar targets.
REVOLUTION NAV PACKAGE

Law Enforcement and Police Rescue operations

Many cities and police units have a marine unit to assist police and other first responders. A remote operated vehicle for law enforcement agency use can aid a diving team and facilitate search and rescue operations to locate drowning victims. ROVs can also help first responders in their underwater rescue efforts. Search sites are often in treacherous waters; an additional ROV can complement the marine unit to provide additional safety by monitoring of police divers.

Provide Additional Safety by Monitoring Divers

The easily transportable and deployable robots allow teams to work effectively in remote and difficult locations. In an industry as potentially dangerous as search and recovery, the assistance provided by an ROV keeps divers safe and out of precarious situations. Most importantly, the risk to a diver can be closely monitored from the surface while a retrieval or inspection is being conducted.

Search and Rescue Packages

DTG3 Package with Controller, Tether in tether wheel and auxiliary lights

DTG3 | Package

The DTG3 makes getting eyes underwater easier than ever before. An extremely quick to deploy and reliable underwater drone for inspection and surveys.
REVOLUTION ROV | NAV Package

REVOLUTION | Base Package

REVOLUTION excels in performance. Its intuitive design eases high-current inspections. Enhance with an imaging sonar for optimal results.
blueprint oculus m750d imaging sonar rov mount

Blueprint Oculus Multibeam Sonars | M750D

Blueprint oculus multibeam imaging sonar M750D attachment for Deep Trekker remotely operated vehicles and robotic crawlers.
Product-image-manipulator-bundle-pack (no background) 6-pack

Manipulator Bundle Pack (6 Attachments)

Equip your Deep Trekker ROV with all the all-in-one underwater Manipulator Bundle Pack. Including 6 grabber and sampler attachments.

See How Our Customers Use ROVs for Search & Rescue

Maine State Police

Glenn Lang assists the Maine State Police with underwater search and recovery missions with his DTG3 to keep divers safe in dangerous conditions.

Canadian Canine Search Corps

The CCSC uses their ROV's side scan sonar to verify the location of underwater targets scented by their dogs.

City of Lethbridge Water Rescue Team

The Water Rescue Team locates victims with their ROV and uses the grabber arm to help retrieve them.
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Why Deep Trekker for Search and Rescue?

30 second deployment time

Launch in the most remote areas with no topside power or boxes required

Gaming style controller to significantly reduce the learning curve

Sophisticated Options such as Sonar and USBL Positioning Systems

Affordable robust equipment

Record investigations on the Deep Trekker DVR with voice-over capabilities

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Identifying targets of interest

Paired with a side scan sonar, Deep Trekker ROVs are the perfect tool for target identification. Even in low visibility water, the ROVs equipped with imaging sonar can effectively navigate to targets of interest.

Victim and evidence recovery

When a target has been identified, Deep Trekker ROVs are used for the retrieval process. Once the ROV is on location, divers can follow the tether to the target. If the divers are limited by depth and temperature, the retrieval can be completed using the ROV grabber arm.

Rapid search response

Timing is critical during all search missions. With no topside power required, Deep Trekker ROVs can be ready and deployed within seconds. The ROVs also help to maximize the search effort, expanding time underwater and allowing the search to continue without interruption.

Identifying targets of interest

Paired with a side scan sonar, Deep Trekker ROVs are the perfect tool for target identification. Even in low visibility water, the ROVs equipped with imaging sonar can effectively navigate to targets of interest.

Victim and evidence recovery

When a target has been identified, Deep Trekker ROVs are used for the retrieval process. Once the ROV is on location, divers can follow the tether to the target. If the divers are limited by depth and temperature, the retrieval can be completed using the ROV grabber arm.

Rapid search response

Timing is critical during all search missions. With no topside power required, Deep Trekker ROVs can be ready and deployed within seconds. The ROVs also help to maximize the search effort, expanding time underwater and allowing the search to continue without interruption.

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