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The Seaeye Cougar-XTi is a development of the successful Seaeye Cougar-XT, proven worldwide in demanding applications and recognised for its capability to operate effectively as a compact inspection, or light work ROV.
The system is now based on the Saab Seaeye’s iCON™ ecosystem which is an advanced distributed control and power distribution system that provides features such as advanced pilot aids and diagnostics to increase reliability and maintainability. The iCON™ ecosystem also provides a roadmap for further developments in automation and digitalisation including features such as remote telepresence control from shore via satellite or 4G communications, making the system future ready for current and further software advances.
The Cougar-XTi is a highly flexible and extremely powerful electric ROV, depth rated to 2000 m. The ROV is fitted with six 500 Volt DC thrusters that provide exceptional thrust for stable vehicle operations in high current environments.
The vehicle has a large payload and is designed to accommodate a wide range of quick-change tooling skids making it ideal for survey work, IRM, drill support, light construction projects and salvage support operations. Without a tooling skid, it remains a very compact inspection vehicle for access inside complex structures.
The surface control equipment for the Cougar-XTi can be provided integrated into a free-standing 19” rack or a control cabin.
The Seaeye Cougar-XTi leads a new generation of compact, highly flexible and extremely powerful electric ROVs that offer users the ability to undertake a wider range of demanding tasks at lower operating costs.
Advanced vehicle autopilots for heading, depth, auto altitude and Station Keeping compliment Saab Seaeye's iCON™ intelligent control system that allows the system to control, self-diagnose and log data from system devices.
Highly manoeuvrable vehicle designed for work in strong currents and up to 2000 m depth.
Designed as an inspection vehicle or light work vehicle with a range of tooling skids for additional tooling options.
The Cougar XTi is an intelligent iCON™ based Electric Vehicle. It is equipped with electric propulsion and compatible with industry standard sensors and hydraulic tooling as well as Saab Seaeye’s current and future range of electric tooling solutions. It is highly powerful and versatile, making it capable of meeting extremely demanding applications.
Pilot controls include touch screens running the graphical user interface (GUI) for vehicle power and control; system diagnostics including remote access for technical support; flight screen monitors that display data and video transmitted via Fibre Optic multiplexers and a CWDM, and a hand control unit for the ROV.
Additional surface equipment options include a Tooling PSU, TMS foot pedals for the optional TMS, hand control units for tooling options, and various video display and recording options.
Available as a free swimming ROV or in conjunction with a Type 8 Tether Management System (TMS).
ROV rated to 2000m fitted with four horizontal and two vertical 500VDC thrusters, electronics pod, four LED lights, up to four high resolution cameras, a depth sensor, and a compass pod with integrated magneto-resistive compass, accelerometers and gyros with pitch and roll outputs for vehicle auto heading and auto depth. Auto altitude is available as an option when an altimeter is fitted. Station Keeping with nudge controls is available as an option when a compatible DVL and/or INS is fitted.
Standard vehicle interfaces include connections for four composite cameras (one also supporting HD-SDI), eight auxiliaries including three Gb Ethernet channels, a copper signal core for CP reference, a responder trigger, and a PPS trigger for timing of survey and navigation devices. A spare fibre provides options for HD/UHD/4K video cameras.
110VAC equipment is supported through an optional subsea transformer pod powered from a surface supply.
The surface video architecture is based on modern digital HD/UHD broadcast standards and includes a 12x12 SD/HD/UHD video switcher and 8x8 HDMI switcher (with control through the iCON touchscreen GUI) and a single channel HD Pilot Video Overlay.
An optional Onshore Piloting remote operator station enables robust over-the-horizon control and piloting of the ROV and TMS.
Specification | Cougar-XTi |
Depth Rating (msw) | 2000 |
Dimensions |
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Length (mm) | 1515 |
Height (mm) | 790 |
Width (mm) | 1000 |
Weight in air (kg) | 435 |
Payload (kg) | 80 |
Thrust |
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Forward (kgf) | 170 |
Lateral (kgf) | 120 |
Vertical (kgf) | 110 |
Speed (knots) | 3 |
Power |
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Power input phases | 3 |
Voltage (VAC) | 380/480 |
Option | 690 |
Frequency (Hz) | 50/60 |
Battery Capacity (kWh) | N/A |
Endurance (km@2kts) | N/A |
Ultrasonic thickness gauge to determine the level of corrosion present in a structure.
38mm Anvil Cutter for cutting wire rope and similar cables (requires hydraulic supply).
High resolution SD composite cameras, colour or monochrome / low light, fixed and zoom / focus.
HD and UHD/4K fibre cameras and IP Cameras.
Laser options for video survey.
Scanning Sonar and surface equipment options.
Electric Water Jet System for cleaning operations.
Cathode Potential Probe with either contact or proximity probe options available.
Control cabin options include video recording unit, video matrix switcher, communications system and high-back pilot seat.
Rotary Cutter used for cutting through hoses and cables up to 4 inches thick.
Holmatro ICU10A30R 144mm Jaw Cutter C/W manip Handle.
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Additional three phase power supply unit used to power tooling options.
Dual five-function heavy duty manipulator system. Manipulator camera options available.
Battery-operated, Xenon emergency strobe used to locate vehicle.
Multibeam Imaging Sonar and surface equipment options.
Altimeter for measuring the height of the vehicle above the sea floor. Auto Altitude option available.
DVL and inertial navigation systems. Station Keeping option available.
Flooded Member Detection system to detect flooding in structures.
Additional 4 kW DC HPU and control valve used for some hydraulic tooling options.
Complete acoustic tracking system used to calculate the position of the ROV with a fitted acoustic beacon.
Cleaning brush incorporating a heavy duty brush plus an SM7 thruster motor.
A-Frame Safe Area Launch and Recovery System (LARS) with Lock Latch or Snubber option. A Zone II upgrade option is available.
Additional cabin options include: 10 ft standalone workshop.
Safe Area 20ft split Control Cabin with a Pilot Control section and a separate high voltage PSU section. Fitted with electric power distribution panels, lighting, air conditioning, heating,19 inch racks and escape hatch is available as is a Zone II upgrade.
Tether Management System (TMS) Type 8 with 200 m of fibre optic tether allowing for the deployment of the ROV at working depth and also providing protection.
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