Spotter with Smart Mooring

SPOTTER PLATFORM

Spotter with Smart
Mooring

Extend Spotter’s data collection capabilities underwater with the intelligent Smart Mooring cable. Easily add and swap sensors as needs evolve with Bristlemouth-enabled nodes.

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Sensor Specifications

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Available Cable Lengths

5m, 10m, 20m, 25m, 35m, 50m

Jacketing

Thermoplastic polyurethane, high-visibility yellow, UV stabilized, biofouling resistant

Diameter

14.5mm

Reinforcement

Kevlar braid

Conductors

2-conductor, 16 AWG (power + data)

Usage Guidelines

Maximum Working Load*

1,780 N (~400 lbf)

Winch/Capstan Use*
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Tested for 200+ continuous cycles over a 4.25” sheave with a 3” capstan with a weight of 450 lbs.

Max Deployment Depth

50m

* Maximum working load and winch/capstan use guidelines are calculated and tested using new cables. Repeated use and the various mooring configuration and environmental considerations may alter these guidelines.

Smart Mooring Nodes

Nodes are universal and extremely durable. Add up to three subsurface sensors throughout the water column. Colocate and combine subsurface data with Spotter’s surface measurements to maximize understanding of the operating environment.

Measure Below the Surface

Real-Time Data Access
Access real-time subsurface data via dashboard and API. Spotter acts as a hub for power and connectivity.

Adaptable and Durable
Fully modular design enables flexible sensor configurations. Interchangeable architecture is extremely resilient to severe ocean conditions.

Customizable
Easily add off-the-shelf sensors using the Bristlemouth open connectivity standard.

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Data Access & Analysis

Spotter Dashboard
View real-time data and insights

API Access
Retrieve data programmatically with our secure API

Onboard Storage
Download data via SD card for offline analysis

Transmission
Satellite and cellular options

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