Kongsberg Introduces the DDS 9000™ Series Diver Detection Sonar
06 September 2007 16:13
Kongsberg Mesotech announced today the release of their new DDS 9000™ series diver detection sonar. Two new models – the DDS 9000 and DDS 9001 – operate at 90kHz frequency, the optimum frequency for diver detection.
Initially Kongsberg is offering these two models with 200° and 360° of horizontal coverage respectively. Different options expand the range to more than sixteen different configurations. Two levels of operator interfaces are offered with the DDS 9000 series: a basic sonar processor and a sophisticated target tracking processor that can be expanded to serve up to ten systems using Ethernet connections.
Max Muntener, engineering manager for Kongsberg Mesotech, stated, "The DDS series is the culmination of a long-term, very extensive development effort. We are fortunate to have the resources and technical expertise to enable continued development for what has been a very successful product line."
Kongsberg has delivered unparalleled value with the DDS 9000 series. Users across all markets have been demanding an improvement in the performance of diver detection systems relative to price. A number of different configurations of the DDS 9000 200° sonar meet the US Department of Homeland Security's requirement for a price of less than $100,000 per 1,000ft of protected shoreline. These configurations provide over 3,300ft of shoreline coverage, and sell for less than $300,000. 360° configurations are available for less than $400,000.
FLEXIBLE AND LIGHTWEIGHT DIVER DETECTION SONAR
Deployment flexibility has been an important criterion from the start of this project. Clients in both military and civilian markets stressed the need for smaller, lighter systems. The DDS 9001, with a complete 360° degree sonar head weighing less than 250lbs, is less than half the weight of competitive units. A range of options enables these systems to be readily deployed in ship-borne, pier side and sea bottom mounted configurations.
Reliability is another area addressed by Kongsberg in the development of this product. Kongsberg products are renowned for their reliability in the field – the result of extensive testing and unrivalled technical experience. Kongsberg's global service network is both accessible and responsive, and this is backed up by a 24-month repair or replacement warranty on all system components.
Nader Riahi, president of Kongsberg Mesotech said, "The DDS 9000 series truly represents the evolution of underwater security, offering greater value, increased flexibility, an improved operator interface and greater reliability."
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Kongsberg Mesotech - Underwater Surveillance, Advanced Diver and Swimmer Detection Sonar Systems
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