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Autosub is a specialized autonomous underwater vehicle designed for scientific research missions, equipped with various instruments like Water Sampler, ADCP, CTDs, GPS antenna, and more. This configuration is tailored for under-ice exploration with an emphasis on carrying advanced scientific payloads for in-depth studies. The deck layout on RRS James Clark Ross includes a 1-metre matrix and 20-foot workshop containers, providing ample space for instrument deployment and data collection.
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Autosub • 7 m long x 0.9 m dia • 2,700 kg in air • Maximum Depth: 1600 m. • Speed: 1 to 4 knots • Endurance: Up to700 km depending on speed, hotel load etc. • Large space to fit scientific instruments • Programmed to perform missions autonomously
Water Sampler 300 kHz ADCP CTDs GPS antenna Collision avoidance Sensor Camera Flash Emergency beacon Multi beam RX Dive Weight Camera 150 kHz ADCP and INS Multi beam TX Homing receiving trans’d Autosub Configuration (under ice)
Deck layout on RRS James Clark Ross 1 Metre matrix on deck 20 foot workshop containers