Sonar 3D-15
About
About Sonar 3D-15
Sonar 3D-15 generates a complete three-dimensional acoustic image with each ping, providing real-time perception in turbid or dark water. Its 1.2-megahertz mode covers a 90-by-40-degree field over distances reaching 15 metres, while a higher-frequency mode provides finer short-range detail.
The compact sensor weighs 660 grams in air and is rated to 300 metres. Ethernet communication, a browser-based interface and an API provide live visualisation and point-cloud integration. Applications include obstacle avoidance, autonomous navigation and object recognition on small ROVs and AUVs.
Deployments
- Operating Use
Blueye X3 live demonstration - 2026-05-28 - Blueye Robotics - test basin - A Blueye X3 carrying Sonar 3D-15 mapped ladders, pipes and moving vehicles in SINTEF Ocean’s test basin.
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Observed use
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- Blueye X3
2026-06-01 - Physical Demo - Mounted - Physical - Water Linked demonstrated Sonar 3D-15 physically mounted on a Blueye X3 ROV for live real-time underwater 3D imaging.
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Timeline
- Water Linked demonstrates Sonar 3D-15 live on Blueye X3
2026-06-01 - Demonstration - A Blueye X3 fitted with Sonar 3D-15 mapped ladders, pipes and moving underwater vehicles in the test basin. The live system tracked another Blueye X3 and a BlueROV while displaying Sonar 3D-15 visualisations on a laptop. Attendees also used immersive three-dimensional goggles, combining optical and acoustic views for underwater situational awareness.
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Context
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