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EvoLogics presents the next-generation

Quadroin AUV voLogics, a Berlin-based provider of high-tech out, integration of updated components, and optimization underwater robotics, data networks, positioning, of sensor systems to accommodate a broader range of in- and sensor technologies, proudly announces the struments while maintaining operational effciency.

launch of the next iteration of the Quadroin AUV. The new generation Quadroin now carries an expanded

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Originally introduced in May 2021, the Quadroin ve- instrument payload. The side-scan sonar enables acoustic hicle garnered attention for its distinctive, penguin-like seafoor imaging. Additionally, two full-HD underwater design. Engineered for monitoring and surveying, the fast cameras—one forward-facing at a 45-degree angle and one and maneuverable Quadroin leverages EvoLogics’ expertise downward-facing—equipped with dimmable LED lights, in low-drag bionic design. Dr. Rudolf Bannasch, EvoLog- provide a visual identifcation of the vehicle’s surroundings. ics founder, delved into years of research on penguin loco- The newly integrated EvoLogics AI-powered object rec- motion, resulting in the AUV’s remarkable hydrodynamic ognition module allows detecting objects in the side-scan so- properties. With its low-drag shape, the Quadroin achieves nar and video feeds live during the mission with processing speeds of up to 10 knots, minimizing energy consumption carried out onboard the vehicle. It is also to enable automatic and enabling versatile deployments. collision avoidance through a front-looking sonar system.

The initial series of Quadroin prototypes, developed in The hardware and propulsion systems were redesigned collaboration with Hereon for the Helmholtz Association’s with next-generation components for optimal perfor-

MOSES initiative, focuses on monitoring ocean eddies. mance. The Quadroin now features a Nortek Nucleus1000

These vehicles are equipped with sensors for collecting integrated subsea navigation package that couples Nortek’s geo-referenced data on various physical water parameters, DVL technology with additional position-aiding sensors including temperature, pressure, oxygen, conductivity, and for reliable vehicle control.

fuorescence, at different depth levels. Today, team EvoLogics is happy to reveal a new video of

Building upon this foundation, EvoLogics has under- the Quadroin vehicles in action, shot in late 2023 at the taken signifcant enhancements to the Quadroin platform, Kreidesee Lake in Hemmoor, DE.

with a primary focus on expanding its instrument payload EvoLogics will be presenting the upgraded Quadroin capacity and underwater A.I. computations. This evolution at Oceanology International 2024 through live on-site led to a comprehensive redesign of the vehicle’s internal lay- demonstrations.

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