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ZEUS (ROV)


 

The ZEUS remotely operated vehicle (ROV) is the centerpiece of an advanced robotic archeology system. Odyssey has added and improved upon existing equipment and technology to the ZEUS ROV and to Odyssey Explorer to complete its groundbreaking deep ocean archaeological excavation and survey work. ZEUS is rated to operate at depths to 2,500 meters (8,200 ft) and is driven by eight powerful hydraulic thrusters. The ROV has two Schilling seven - function Conan spatial correspondent manipulators which provide for exceptional dexterity and fine control required for delicate archaeological procedures.

The system's cameras feed high-resolution video signals through advanced fiber optic telemetry to the surface. ZEUS was originally designed for advanced deep-ocean fiber optic cable maintenance operations and is perfectly suited for the rigors and precise handling required by delicate shipwreck excavation far below the ocean's surface.

  • Dimensions: Height: 9.5' Length: 10.5' Width: 10.5'
  • Weight in Air: 8 Tons
  • Operating Depth: 2,500 meters (8,200 ft.)
  • Power & Propulsion: 150KW/200 HP 8 thrusters
  • Speed: 3 Kts
  • Manipulators: 2x Schilling 7 Function Conan spatial correspondent manipulators
  • Handling System: Knuckle-boom Crane Launch/Recovery
  • Track Modules: Can be installed for stable sterile area operations w/proportional controls


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