M40P
Unmannaed Surface Vessel (USV) Dedicated For Marine Hydrographic And Geophysical Surveys.
M40P USV At A Glance
The M40P is a 4.5-meter-long catamaran USV featuring hybrid propulsion, crafted for inshore and coastal surveys. It offers remarkable stability and efficiency, ensuring reliable data collection in various marine conditions.
Hybrid Power System: Smart Diesel-Electric Efficiency
The M40P integrates 2 electric outboard motors and a diesel generator-powered range extender—a smart solution that charges onboard batteries via the diesel generator, combining the efficiency of electric propulsion with the convenience of quick diesel refueling.
For high-precision survey missions, the diesel generator can be switched off to deliver a quiet, zero-emission environment, ensuring uninterrupted data accuracy.
Flexible Deck Gear:
Essential Lifter + Upgrade Winch Options
The M40P includes a standard auto-lifter for equipment wet-end installation and protection—its hydraulic folding design minimizes navigation resistance and saves deck space, with a 50 kg load capacity.
For extended needs, an optional auto winch adds deployment versatility.
Catamaran Hull Structure with Optimized Stability
The USV’s catamaran hull and vertical inner hull surfaces offer exceptional stability and effectively mitigate wave impact, thereby creating an ideal working environment for underwater payloads.
Exceptional Maneuverability to Mitigate Blind Spots
Featuring a dual-engine setup, M40P offers superior maneuverability with a small turning radius. The USV can navigate agilely between turbine foundations with precision, ensuring no blind spots in inspection.
Autonomous Control with High Precision
Radar, HD camera and AIS sensing enabling highly sensitive environmental perception.
Autonomous navigation algorithm, advanced obstacle avoidance algorithm and propulsion control algorithm applied to minimize risk of collision.
OceanAlpha’s M40P USV was deployed to conduct non-invasive dolphin monitoring.
The planned operation time was 80 days, and the actual operation time was 55 days. Tasks were completed in two-thirds of the allotted time, and overall operating costs were reduced by 30%.
