Bluefin® - 9
Unmanned Underwater Vehicle (UUV)
® The General Dynamics Mission Systems Bluefin® - 9 unmanned underwater
vehicle (UUV) provides unmatched high-resolution data, leading navigation,
data processing and mission turnaround time in a two-man portable UUV.
Featuring a full carbon fiber body, a carefully selected and integrated suite of
sensors, latest generation communications and navigational components, and
new onboard processing capabilities, the Bluefin-9 is the professional’s tool to
Most Powerful Sensor Package in KNOW WHAT’S BELOW.
a Two-Man Portable UUV
UNMATCHED DATA QUALITY - Bluefin-9’s integrated Sonardyne Solstice
multi-aperture side scan sonar delivers a 200 meter swath range and ultra-high
Expeditionary & Low Logistics for the along-track resolution of 0.15°.
Most Dynamic Missions PRECISE & RELIABLE NAVIGATION - The Bluefin-9 provides precise
navigation (0.3% D.T. CEP 50) and accurate, geo-referenced data by
Side Scan Sonar w/ Full Swath Bathymetry incorporating a high-performance Doppler Velocity Log (DVL) and Inertial
Navigation System (INS).
EXPEDITIONARY OPERATION - The Bluefin-9 allows swapping of the 1.9
HD Machine Vision Camera kWh battery and 1TB Removable Data Storage Module (RDSM) in 30 minutes
or less. The modular, free-flooded architecture eases in-field maintenance and
minimizes operational down-time.
Sound Velocity Sensor + Temperature + Pressure
DATA WHEN YOU NEED IT - The Bluefin-9 features advanced on-board data
processing that offers operators access to processed sonar and camera data
Turbidity that is ready for post-mission analysis.
Fluorometry
Bluefin® - 9
When the data are mission critical, trust General Dynamics n Depth Rating
Mission Systems’ Bluefin Robotics completely redesigned 656’ (200m)
Bluefin-9 UUV to provide the most reliable and comprehensive n Energy
data sets in a vehicle of its class.
1.9 kWh Rechargeable Lithium Ion battery
Sonardyne Solstice Multi-Aperture Sonar Designed for rapid removal and replacement – recharges in six hours using
rugged battery charger
The integrated Sonardyne Solstice multi-aperture sonar delivers
high-resolution sonar imagery for hydrographic and bathymetric
n Endurance
8hr @ 3kt / 12hr @2kt
mapping. Each of the two Solstice arrays has 32 multibeam
elements to dynamically focus along the whole length of the (2hr transit; 6 hr survey)
swath. High-resolution data across the entire swath results in n Speed
maximum effective resolution, decreases false-positives, and Up to 6.0 kt sustained transit
improves operational efficiencies. Survey at up to 5.0 kt
1TB Removable Data Storage Module (RDSM) n Propulsion
With Camera Gimbaled, ducted thruster for propulsion and control
Bluefin-9’s new RDSM acts as an independent data processor, n Navigation
generating and storing post-processed data with a simple Realtime accuracy <- 0.3% D.T. CEP 50
interface to an operator’s workstation. The RDSM contains a Dedicated Inertial Navigation System
high-definition, machine vision-grade monochrome camera that Doppler Velocity Log
captures still images and video. Imagery is geotagged for easy n Integrated Payloads & Sensors
review during post-mission analysis. Sonardyne Solstice 3000 Multi-aperture sonar
Removable Data Storage Module (RDSM) with Camera
Dedicated Emergency Operations System Turbidity and Fluorometer Sensor
The Bluefin-9 is designed with an innovative emergency Sound Velocity Sensor + Temperature + Pressure
operations system that provides redundancy to the vehicle’s core
functions in the event of a failure. An independently powered n Antenna
low-power microcontroller ensures key communications systems Integrated GPS, Wi-Fi, and Iridium with visible strobe
are able to provide locational data and telemetry to an operator to n Communications
facilitate prompt and safe recovery of the vehicle. Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Iridium, Acoustic
12-Month Standard Limited Warranty n Safety Systems
Ground Fault Detection, Leak Detection, Independently Powered
Like all Bluefin Robotics solutions, the Bluefin-9 comes with Emergency Operations System
General Dynamics quality, reliability, and support. Our 12-month
limited warranty provides additional confidence that the Bluefin-9 n Software
is the platform of choice for the toughest and most vital Bluefin Dashboard and Bluefin Planner
missions. Optional SeeByte SeeTrack v4 interoperability
Technical Specifications
n Diameter
~9.375” (23.8 cm) W x 10.375” (26.4 cm) H HIGH-RESOLUTION DATA
Increased vehicle stability AND IMAGERY ACROSS
n Length THE ENTIRE 200M SWATH
95.2” (248.1 cm) RANGE
n Weight
(Dry): 155 lb (70 kg)
n Buoyancy
Buoyant in Fresh and Salt Water
Seamless transition between water bodies 22 METERS 47 METERS 72 METERS 92 METERS
n Lift Points
Nose and Aft Mounted carrying handles for two man lift
Lobster Pots. Approximate dimensions 800mm x 600 mm x 400mm
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Adam Mara | 553 South Street | Quincy, MA 02169 | T: (+1) 617-715-7040 | M: (+1) 617-990-4611 | Adam.Mara@gd-ms.com | www.gdmissionsystems.com/bluefin-9
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