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DataXplorer USV

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About DataXplorer USV

DataXplorer is a solar-powered autonomous surface vessel designed for extended offshore and coastal data collection. Its self-righting hull carries meteorological, oceanographic, acoustic and surveillance sensors within configurable payload bays.

Satellite, cellular and radio communications transmit data and vessel status to shore during the mission. Open Ocean Robotics operates fleets through remote command software and supplies data services for environmental monitoring, maritime awareness, fisheries, offshore energy and scientific programmes.

Capabilities

Source-backed capabilities

  • Operating environments: NOAA Station 46012, approximately 10 nautical miles offshore in Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, Offshore and coastal waters, including harsh sea conditions
  • Control modes: Remotely Supervised, Autonomous
  • Environmental monitoring

    Pilot - 2026-06-05 - Collected 19 weeks of continuous near-real-time environmental observations while holding position at NOAA Station 46012. - environment: NOAA Station 46012, approximately 10 nautical miles offshore in Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary

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  • Autonomous surface transit

    Claimed - Transit to an offshore site, follow a survey grid and return home autonomously. - environment: Offshore and coastal waters, including harsh sea conditions

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Timeline

  • Open Ocean Robotics validates DataXplorer at NOAA Station 46012

    2026-06-05 - Deployment - The platform maintained controlled station-keeping about 10 nautical miles offshore. It delivered 19 weeks of continuous near-real-time observations using redundant cellular and satellite communications. Remote oversight through XplorerView reduced reliance on vessel-based servicing while operations remained ongoing.

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