Aqua Helpers USV

Aqua Helpers USV

Unmanned Surface Vehicles for hydrological survey, environmental monitoring, emergency rescue, and more.

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Aqua Helpers USVs are purpose-built unmanned surface vehicles designed for a wide range of water-based applications. From hydrological survey to emergency rescue, each platform is engineered for reliability, precision, and safety in demanding aquatic environments.

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Hydrological Survey

USV hydrographic survey uses the vessel as a mobile platform carrying advanced instruments and sensors for rapid, accurate collection of hydrological parameters. The onboard ADCP measures flow velocity and provides detailed hydrological profile data, processed and transmitted in real time.

SafeAvoids personnel wading directly into water, reducing safety risks in fast-flowing or hazardous conditions.
EfficientQuickly reaches designated waters for continuous, large-area hydrological data collection.
AccurateCompatible with mainstream high-precision ADCP flow and velocity measurement instruments.
USV platforms: Hunter · Koi · Canoe 1 · Canoe 2
Instruments: ADCP · Data transmission radio · Supporting software
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Water Environmental Protection

USV-based water quality monitoring enables continuous, wide-area sampling without putting personnel at risk. Onboard sensors measure dissolved oxygen, pH, turbidity, conductivity, and other key parameters in real time, supporting environmental compliance and pollution response.

Continuous24/7 autonomous patrol and sampling across large water bodies without operator fatigue.
ComprehensiveMulti-parameter sensor payloads cover dissolved oxygen, pH, turbidity, conductivity, and more.
ResponsiveRapid deployment to pollution events for immediate data collection and incident documentation.
USV platforms: Blue Whale · Hunter · Koi
Instruments: Multi-parameter water quality sonde · GPS · Data transmission radio
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Underwater Scanning

USV-mounted sonar and LiDAR systems deliver high-resolution underwater mapping without the need for divers or manned vessels. Multi-beam sonar, side-scan sonar, and single-beam systems combine with RTK positioning to produce accurate bathymetric charts and submerged structure surveys.

High-resolutionMulti-beam sonar delivers centimetre-level underwater topography and structure detail.
SafeEliminates the need for divers in hazardous, deep, or low-visibility water conditions.
VersatileCompatible with multi-beam, side-scan, single-beam sonar, and LiDAR scanning payloads.
USV platforms: Manta · Hunter · Blue Whale
Instruments: Multi-beam sonar · Side scan sonar · RTK · Single beam · LiDAR scanning
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Marine Survey

Aqua Helpers USVs provide a stable, cost-effective platform for offshore and coastal marine survey operations. Equipped with precision positioning and interchangeable sensor payloads, they support hydrographic charting, seabed mapping, and offshore infrastructure inspection.

Offshore-capableDesigned for open-water and coastal operations including offshore wind farm survey support.
PreciseRTK GPS and IMU integration delivers survey-grade positioning for hydrographic charting.
EfficientCovers large survey areas faster than manned vessels at significantly lower operational cost.
USV platforms: Manta · Blue Whale · Hunter
Instruments: Multi-beam sonar · RTK GNSS · IMU · ADCP
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Emergency Rescue

Aqua Helpers rescue USVs deploy rapidly to flood and drowning incidents, reaching victims faster than manned craft in dangerous conditions. Equipped with life rings, tow lines, and remote control, they extend the reach of rescue teams without putting responders at risk.

RapidDeploys within minutes and reaches victims quickly in flood, river, and coastal rescue scenarios.
SafeKeeps rescue personnel out of dangerous fast-flowing or debris-laden water.
CapableCarries life rings, tow lines, and supplies; can tow up to 200 kg in rescue operations.
USV platforms: Hunter · Guardian Pro
Instruments: Life ring launcher · Tow line · Remote control · Camera
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Security Inspection

Autonomous USV patrol provides continuous waterway security monitoring for ports, reservoirs, and restricted water zones. Onboard cameras, thermal imaging, and AI-assisted detection enable round-the-clock surveillance without the cost of manned patrol vessels.

24/7Continuous autonomous patrol of ports, reservoirs, and restricted waterways day and night.
IntelligentAI-assisted target detection and tracking with real-time alerts to control centre.
Cost-effectiveReplaces or supplements manned patrol vessels at a fraction of the operational cost.
USV platforms: Blue Whale · Hunter
Instruments: Optical camera · Thermal camera · AI detection module · AIS receiver
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Intelligent Fisheries

USV-based aquaculture monitoring automates water quality sampling, feeding management, and fish stock assessment across large pond and cage farm operations. Real-time data feeds into farm management platforms for precision aquaculture decision-making.

AutomatedScheduled autonomous sampling routes replace manual boat-based water quality checks.
Data-drivenReal-time water quality data integrates with farm management software for precision aquaculture.
ScalableOne USV can monitor multiple ponds or cage zones in a single autonomous mission.
USV platforms: Hippo · Koi
Instruments: Multi-parameter water quality sonde · GPS · Feeding dispenser · Camera
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Intelligent Water Conservancy

USVs support water conservancy authorities with autonomous inspection of dams, reservoirs, irrigation channels, and flood control infrastructure. Regular patrol missions collect water level, flow, and quality data to support asset management and early warning systems.

SystematicScheduled patrol missions provide consistent, repeatable data collection across water infrastructure.
Early warningContinuous monitoring feeds real-time data to flood control and asset management systems.
SafeInspects hazardous dam faces, spillways, and flood channels without risking personnel.
USV platforms: Blue Whale · Hunter · Koi
Instruments: Water level sensor · Flow meter · Water quality sonde · Camera
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Smart Water Solution

Aqua Helpers Smart Water integrates USV fleets, shore-based sensors, and cloud data platforms into a unified water management system. Automated data collection, AI analytics, and digital twin visualisation give water authorities a complete operational picture of their water assets.

IntegratedUSV fleets, fixed sensors, and cloud platforms unified into a single management dashboard.
IntelligentAI analytics and digital twin visualisation support proactive water asset management.
ScalableModular architecture scales from a single reservoir to a city-wide water network.
USV platforms: Blue Whale · Hunter · Koi · Hippo
Instruments: Multi-parameter sonde · Flow meter · Water level sensor · Cloud platform
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Lifesaving

The Guardian Pro is a next-generation rescue robot designed for rapid water rescue response. Its compact hull delivers agile manoeuvring in complex water areas, while deep integration of power, control and navigation ensures a smooth, fault-tolerant experience. An innovative self-righting design automatically restores the vessel to a horizontal position if capsized, keeping rescue operations uninterrupted.

FastReaches 7 m/s maximum speed to quickly reach targets and save critical time in rescue operations.
ResilientAutomatic self-righting and power-on after capsizing ensures the device stays operational in surges and emergencies.
CommunicativeCompatible with amplification and intercom modules for long-distance voice communication with drowning victims.
USV platforms: Guardian Pro
Instruments: Dual-antenna GPS · Cruise control · Amplification module · Intercom module

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