girona I-AUV
Autonomous Underwater Vehicle for Intervention
The Girona I-AUV is a state-of-the-art autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) dedicated to intervention tasks in underwater environments. Initially developed as the Girona 500, rated for a maximum operating depth of 500 m, this AUV has been reconfigured and optimized for complex manipulation operations, making it a cornerstone of cutting-edge underwater intervention research.
Robust Design for Manipulation
The Girona I-AUV is equipped with a stable dual-arm manipulator payload, each with 6 degrees of freedom, enabling it to perform precise and reliable underwater interventions. This configuration ensures the vehicle is always ready for tasks such as object retrieval, valve turning, or sample collection.
Passive Stability and Advanced Control
The vehicle’s design ensures strong passive stability in pitch and roll, due to the separation between the center of gravity and the center of buoyancy. This stability helps the Girona I-AUV perform delicate manipulation tasks, even in challenging underwater conditions.
Modular and Mission-Focused
The I-AUV retains a modular design, allowing for the integration of mission-specific payloads. While its primary focus is manipulation, it can also support additional sensors and tools for complementary tasks such as imaging, inspection, and environmental monitoring.
Applications
The Girona I-AUV is at the forefront of underwater intervention, with potential to contribute to diverse fields such as marine archaeology, environmental science, and offshore infrastructure maintenance, performing complex tasks in environments that are difficult or dangerous for humans.
| Vehicle specifications | |
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No. of thrusters |
5 or 6 (vectorial configuration) |
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Dimensions |
1.5 m x 1 m x 1m |
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Weight |
250 kg |
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Maximum water currents |
300 m (limited by payload) |
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Autonomy |
1 m/s |
| Payload | |
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Navigation sensors |
INS, DVL, pressure |
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Communication devices |
WiFi, USBL |
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Processing units |
2 (main PC and payload PC) |
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Manipulators |
2 Reach Bravo 7 |
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Camera |
FLIR Blackfly-S Color |