AUTONOMOUS SYSTEMS PLATFORM

The Pacific AUV Platform

A modular, mission-configurable autonomous underwater vehicle architecture engineered for sustained operations in the world's most demanding maritime environments.

VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS

Technical Specifications

ParameterValueNotes
Length2.4 mStandard configuration
Diameter0.32 mTorpedo-form factor
Weight (air)68 kgDry weight, no payload
Max Depth300 mPressure-rated hull
Max Speed6 ktsSprint mode
Cruise Speed3 ktsEndurance mode
Endurance72 hrsAt 3 kts cruise
Range>200 nmAt cruise speed
Navigation Accuracy<2 m CEPDVL-aided INS
Payload Bays4 baysHot-swappable modules
Payload Capacity12 kg / 8LPer bay
Operating Temp-2°C to 35°CSeawater
AUTONOMY SYSTEMS

Mission-Grade Autonomous Intelligence

The Pacific AUV autonomy stack is built on a behavior-based architecture with real-time replanning, enabling complex multi-objective missions without operator intervention.

01
Behavior-Based Mission Planner

Hierarchical task network planner supports pre-programmed mission profiles, adaptive waypoint routing, and dynamic objective prioritization based on sensor inputs and environmental conditions.

02
Obstacle Detection & Avoidance

Forward-looking sonar fused with DVL bottom-tracking enables real-time obstacle detection and autonomous avoidance maneuvers at operational speeds.

03
GPS-Denied Navigation

DVL-aided inertial navigation system maintains <2m CEP accuracy over extended missions without GPS. USBL acoustic positioning available for precision station-keeping.

04
Adaptive Power Management

Intelligent power allocation across propulsion, sensors, and communications extends mission endurance by up to 40% compared to fixed power profiles.

SENSOR PAYLOADS

Mission-Configurable Payload Architecture

Four hot-swappable payload bays accommodate a full range of mission-specific sensor packages. Payloads are field-interchangeable in under 30 minutes.

ACOUSTIC
Side-Scan Sonar
900 kHz / 600m swath

High-resolution seabed imaging for mine countermeasures, object detection, and hydrographic survey.

ACOUSTIC
Multibeam Echosounder
512 beams / 0.5° resolution

Precision bathymetric mapping for nautical charting, port surveys, and infrastructure assessment.

OPTICAL
HD Optical Camera
4K / 120° FOV

High-definition video and stills for infrastructure inspection, object identification, and evidence collection.

OPTICAL
Low-Light Camera
0.001 lux sensitivity

Turbid water and low-light imaging for night operations and deep-water inspection tasks.

ELECTRONIC
Acoustic Modem
OFDM / 10 kbps

Secure underwater acoustic communications for real-time data relay and command uplink.

ELECTRONIC
EW / SIGINT Package
Classified

Electronic warfare and signals intelligence collection payload. Available to qualified defense customers.

COMMUNICATIONS ARCHITECTURE

Multi-Layer Communications Stack

LAYER 01
Acoustic Underwater Link
OFDM acoustic modem, 10 kbps, 5km range, AES-256 encrypted
LAYER 02
RF Surface Relay
900 MHz / 2.4 GHz relay buoy, 25 km LOS range, FHSS anti-jam
LAYER 03
Satellite Uplink
Iridium SBD / VSAT via surface relay, global coverage, low-latency telemetry
LAYER 04
Optical Comms (Optional)
Blue-green laser link, 100 Mbps, 50m range, for high-bandwidth data exfiltration

Request Platform Documentation

Technical datasheets, interface control documents, and integration guides are available to qualified defense and commercial customers.