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Wave adaptive suspension:
Unique design for ultimate performance

The Wave Adaptive Modular Vessel, or WAM-V®, is an innovative class of watercraft that uses unique suspension technology to radically improve seagoing capabilities. The articulating system uses springs, shocks and ball joints to minimize structural loading. The result is an ultra-light, modular vessel that can perform in sea conditions where an ordinary boat of similar size could no longer operate. The incredibly shallow draft and arches contribute to the gantry crane-like functionality. WAM-Vs exist in both autonomous (uncrewed) and manned or crewed variants.

Unlike conventional boats, the WAM-V's flexible structure adapts and conforms to the surface of the water, resulting in an exceptionally smooth and level platform. Inflatable hulls help absorb motion and force. Hinged to the hulls are two engine pods that keep the propellers in the water at all times, further improving vehicle stability and controllability. The 2:1 length-to-beam ratio and the articulating suspension system make the WAM-V an exceptionally stable and maneuverable vessel.

 

WAM-V 8
Light and agile

WAM-V 8 autonomous surface vehicle (ASV)

Engineered for optimal portability to any location

The WAM-V 8 brings disruptive WAM-V technology to an expanded field of operations

  • Extend your range of operations from the open ocean to shallow inland water bodies.

  • Load it in the back of a standard pickup truck

  • Disassemble and transport it as checked baggage on a domestic airline flight

 

  • Length
    8 ft (2.5 m)
    Beam
    4 ft (1.2 m)
    Draft
    4 in (10 cm)
    Speed
    Up to 6 kn
    Weight
    100 lbs (45 kg) lightship
    Endurance
    Up to 10 hrs @ 3 kn
    Propulsion
    2x 400 W electric
    4x 400 W electric
    2x 1100 W electric
    Batteries
    Li-ion or NiMh
    Payload
    100 lbs (45 kg)

  • • GPS waypoint navigation

    • Rugged GPS/INS

    • Charging system

    • MARCODE

    • Short range radio

    • Encrypted wireless network

    • ROCS

    • ROBO-HELM

    • 180° FOV camera

    • Navigation lights

  • • Mobile operator control unit

    • Retractable sensor mount

    • Multi-beam sonar

    • AIS transceiver

    • Intermodal freight shipping container

    • On-board survey workstation

    • UV protective cover

    • Custom trailer

    • Anemometer

WAM-V 16
Multipurpose and versatile

WAM-V 16 autonomous surface vehicle (ASV)

Ideal for inshore and coastal environments

The WAM-V 16 gets the job done with proven WAM-V stability, even in adverse sea conditions

  • Use it as a primary survey instrument for small to medium marine data collection projects, or as a force multiplier for existing vessels

  • Assemble, reassemble, and deploy it quickly with just two people: from a trailer, on a beach, or off the deck of a boat

 

  • Length
    16 ft (5 m)
    Beam
    8 ft (2.5 m)
    Draft
    20 in (0.5 m)
    Speed
    Up to 11 kn
    Weight
    450 lbs (204 kg) lightship
    Endurance
    Up to 15 hrs @ 5 kn
    Propulsion
    2x 2 kW electric
    Batteries
    Up to 6x 2,685 Wh Li-ion
    Payload Capacity
    4 battery config, 250 lbs (113 kg)
    6 battery config, 150 lbs (68 kg)

  • • GPS waypoint navigation

    • Rugged GPS/INS

    • Charging system

    • MARCODE

    • Short range radio

    • Encrypted wireless network

    • ROCS

    • ROBO-HELM

    • 180° FOV camera

    • Navigation lights

  • • Mobile operator control unit

    • Retractable sensor mount

    • Rapid charging system

    • Multi-beam sonar

    • AIS transceiver

    • Intermodal freight shipping container

    • Side-scan sonar

    • On-board survey workstation

    • UV protective cover

    • Custom trailer

    • Anemometer

WAM-V 22
Rugged and relentless

WAM-V 22 autonomous surface vehicle (ASV)

Multi-day endurance in a stable, portable platform

The WAM-V 22 serves as the ideal ASV for expanded maritime domain awareness

  • Use it as a primary survey instrument for larger marine data collection projects, or as a force multiplier for existing vessels

  • Launch it from a trailer or from another vessel for multiple applications inshore or nearshore, or in the open ocean environment

 

  • Length
    23 ft (7 m)
    Beam
    12 ft (3.66 m)
    Draft
    22 in (0.56 m)
    Speed
    Up to 20 kn
    Weight
    1200 lbs (544 kg) lightship
    Endurance
    Up to 72 hrs @ 8 kn
    Propulsion
    2x 20 hp gasoline / 2x 30 hp gasoline
    Payload
    600 lbs (270 kg)
    Fuel capacity
    40 gallons (151 L)

  • • GPS waypoint navigation

    • Rugged GPS/INS

    • MARCODE

    • Short range radio

    • Encrypted wireless network

    • ROCS

    • ROBO-HELM

    • 180° FOV camera

    • Navigation lights

  • • Mobile operator control unit

    • Retractable sensor mount

    • Multi-beam sonar

    • AIS transceiver

    • Intermodal freight shipping container

    • Side-scan sonar

    • On-board survey workstation

    • UV protective cover

    • Custom trailer

    • Anemometer

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