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Objectives:

  • Design and develop a cost effective remotely operated USV which can be easily carried to survey location using a Multi Utility Vehicle.
  • To develop wireless communication between the ground control station and USV.
  • To Implement Semi Autonomous Control mode to travel predefined path and manual override in to USV to accommodate full control of vessel to operator.
  • Visualization of Echosounder data in real-time plots in the ground control station and to test and validate the USV in a controlled study area.

SARV- Semi - Autonomous Research Vessel

Hydrological Studies

Hydrological Studies

Accurately measure water levels and flow rates for effective water resource management.

In today's world, understanding our water bodies is more crucial than ever. From managing water resources to protecting aquatic ecosystems, accurate and efficient data collection is essential. This is where the SARV, a Semi Autonomous Research Vessel, comes into play. Designed to excel in shallow water conditions, the SARV is a compact and versatile tool for measuring water depth and quality. Equipped with a single beam echo sounder capable of probing depths up to 50 meters, it provides precise bathymetric data. Additionally, its potential for integrating water quality sensors opens up a world of possibilities for comprehensive water body assessments. Why SARV? To conduct survey in river researcher has to use traditional catamaran boats and travelling in boat for longer time makes it tedious. And generally travelling in shallow water is of a greater risk for both vessel as well as operator, in order to avoid that unmanned surface vessel is introduced. By remotely operating the USV researcher can get the accurate data with out going in to water. A ground control station is used to monitor and control the USV. The SARV is more than just a tool; it's a step towards smarter and more sustainable water management. By providing reliable and actionable data, this innovative technology empowers us to make informed decisions about our most precious resource.