S5000 Multibeam Side Scan Sonar

High-Efficiency, High-Precision, and Intelligent Underwater Detection Solution

Product Overview

The S5000 is a dual-mode (low-speed/high-speed) multibeam side scan sonar system designed for high-resolution hydrographic surveying, target detection, and submarine cable monitoring. It integrates dynamic focusing technology, high-speed multibeam scanning, and intelligent software support to meet complex underwater operation demands.

Core Technological Features

Dual-Mode Flexibility
- Low-Speed Mode: Single-beam dual-frequency side scan (100kHz/400kHz) for detailed seabed morphology and small-target detection.
- High-Speed Mode: High-frequency multibeam side scan (5 beams per side, 400Khz) with towing speeds bis 12 knots, enabling large-area full-coverage surveys.
- Real-Time Signal Switching: Seamlessly toggle between FM (chirp) and CW (continuous wave) signals online.
Dynamic Focusing Technology
Employs dynamic digital autofocusing to enhance long-range target resolution, maintaining high-definition imaging even in deep-water environments.
Intelligent Sensor Integration
- Built-in Altimeter: Real-time monitoring of towfish altitude above seabed for data accuracy.
- Attitude Sensors: Captures pitch, roll, and heading data to compensate for motion distortion.
- Stainless Steel Towbody: Corrosion-resistant design for deep-sea and harsh seabed conditions.

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Operating Frequencies	100Khz / 400Khz (dual-frequency selectable)
Beam Configuration	Low-speed (single-beam dual-frequency) / High-speed (5 beams per side)
Max Towing Speed	12 knots (high-speed mode)
Resolution	1.25 Zentimeter (high-frequency mode)
Signal Types	FM chirp & CW pulse (online switching)
Power Supply	AC/DC dual-mode, geringer Stromverbrauch

Typical Application Scenarios

Offshore Wind Farm Maintenance
- Integrated with multibeam echo sounders and sub-bottom profilers for full-coverage cable route surveys, accurately identifying cable exposure, suspension, and scouring.
- Supports 3D seabed modeling and cable burial depth assessment.
Shipwreck Search and Channel Clearance
- High-resolution sonar imaging rapidly locates sunken vessels and obstacles, enabling real-time target dimension and orientation measurement.
Hydrographic & Geological Surveys
- Adaptive background equalization technology optimizes image color to enable intuitive identification of seafloor features (e.g. sediment type, rock distribution).

Software Support: HiMAX SSS Acquisition System

Real-Time Mosaicking & Navigation: Supports mission planning, coverage monitoring, and target marking.
Data Processing & Output: Compatible with XTF format, supports playback, target management, and integration with third-party post-processing software.
User-Friendly Interface: Simplified parameter settings for industry-leading operational efficiency.

Key Product Advantages

✅ Efficient Full Coverage: 5-beam high-speed mode triples operational efficiency with towing speeds up to 12 knots.
✅ High-Precision Imaging: Dynamic focusing ensures clarity at long ranges, with 1.25 cm resolution in high-frequency mode.
✅ Smart Integration: Built-in sensors adapt to complex motion compensation needs.
✅ Scalable Compatibility: Seamlessly integrates with multi-device systems (zum Beispiel., iBeam multibeam + iPos navigation).