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WINGHEAD B43

Ultra High-Resolution Curved Array Bathymetric System


NORBIT WINGHEAD B43 Product picture

Depth rated curved array multibeam sonar

NORBIT cylindrical 1500m depth-rated, ultra-high resolution curved array bathymetric systems are designed for rapid go anywhere, anytime mobilisation.

The WINGHEAD series comprises highly compact multibeam sonar systems designed for seamless integration across a wide range of platforms, including subsea ROVs and AUVs. Featuring low power consumption, the systems are well suited for battery-powered operations. NORBIT’s wideband multibeam technology enables long-range, real-time data acquisition while maintaining ultra-high-resolution performance.

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WINGHEAD B43

Features
  • 80kHz Bandwidth
  • Roll-Stabilisation
  • Backscatter outputs (Intensity, Sidescan, Snippets, Water Column)
  • Multidetect
  • Simple Ethernet Interface
  • Integrated Sound Velocity Probe
  • 1024 Dynamically Focused Beams
  • FM & CW Processing
  • Incl. Bench Test SIU
  • Flexible Power
  • Exceeds IHO Exclusive Order & USACE New Work
Options
  • Sound Velocity Profiler
  • Permanent Hull Mount Option
  • Pole Mount Option
  • 4500m Depth Rating (WINGHEAD B44 Deep Sea)
  • 6000m Depth Rating (WINGHEAD B44 Full ocean)
  • Mounting Bracket
  • Can be Delivered with Software Packages e.g. HYPACK, Qinsy, EIVA, CARIS, BeamworX and Others
Applications
  • Shallow Water Bathymetry
  • Pipeline & Cable Inspection Surveys
  • Quay wall, bridge and structure inspection surveys
  • Pond, River and Estuary Surveys
  • Harbor and Lake Surveys
  • USV, UUV, AUV & ROV
  • Coastal Surveys