Info!
UPDATED 1 Sept: The EI library in London is temporarily closed to the public, as a precautionary measure in light of the ongoing COVID-19 situation. The Knowledge Service will still be answering email queries via email , or via live chats during working hours (09:15-17:00 GMT). Our e-library is always open for members here: eLibrary , for full-text access to over 200 e-books and millions of articles. Thank you for your patience.

Sonar-based navigation system for an underwater vehicle. R. Smith, A. Prost and P. Probert. Underwater Technol., Summer 1998, 23(2), 77--85.

Details are given of the design and development of a navigation system for a small ROV, which uses sonar to localize the vehicle with respect to underwater structures. The ROV configuration, data fusion, and world mapping are described, as well as the control system, sensors, and process model. 21 refs.

Abstract details


Journal title: Underwater technology

Subjects: Oil and gas, Oil, Primary energy production, ROVs

Please login to save this item