Our lab utilizes a diverse range of sensors to support research in autonomous systems, intelligent transportation, and environmental monitoring. These sensors enable real-time data collection for navigation, obstacle detection, mapping, and situational awareness across our fleet of unmanned surface and underwater vessels. Below is a list of our newly acquired sensors:
Velodyne VLP-16 (Puck) LiDAR
Compact 3D LiDAR sensor with 16 laser channels, providing 360-degree horizontal and 30-degree vertical field of view. Detects objects up to 200 meters and captures up to 600,000 points per second, enabling high-resolution environmental mapping.
Navtech RS6 RADAR
Long-range, millimeter wave radar. A high-resolution 360-degree radar sensor used for real-time object detection and tracking in autonomous and industrial applications. Reliable in all weather conditions, ideal for navigation and perimeter monitoring. Long-range capability and high update rate enhance situational awareness, especially in environments where cameras and LiDAR struggle due to fog, rain, or low visibility
Furuno DRS4DL RADAR
A 4 kW radar sensor housed in a compact 19-inch radome, providing an effective range of up to 36 nautical miles. It features a 5.2-degree horizontal beamwidth antenna and operates at a fixed rotation speed of 24 RPM. The DRS4DL+ utilizes real-time digital signal processing to deliver clear target detection.
Furuno DFF3D SONAR
Advanced multi-beam sonar module that integrates with multi-function displays and offers a real-time visualization of seabed structures. The system offers a sidebar detection range of up to 200 meters and a main beam penetration depth of approximately 300 meters, depending on conditions.