Synapse

Flexible Precision

Stockpile a few dozen nodes, grab however many a survey’s parameters may need, connect them and “go.”

Every node is identical and interchangeable. Instead of humans micro-managing sensor relationships, they figure it out independently. One of the sensors takes charge, coordinates data from the network and sends it to the humans topside.

If you add another sensor, the sensor in charge recognizes and integrates the new sensor.
Less downtime can lower on-vessel equipment setup from half a day to half an hour.

Applications:

Packaged for flexibility

Deployments:

Boat TowSide Scan

Gradiometry Reframed

Sensitivity, flexibility and size – systematized

Synapse Powered: Microsecond-synced network with 20hz sensors.

Ultralight: Frame and nodes weigh less than 23kg combined.

10-min assembly, deployable by 1-2 people.

Neutrally-buoyant for any deployment: Conventional or unmanned, above and below the surface.

Build Quality

Specialization matters

Maintain Control

Lightweight anodized aluminum streamlined frame. With a heavier option for surface towed applications.

Ultralight Package

Frame and nodes weigh less than 23 kg combined.

Integrated Tracking

Built in pressure, altimeter, and tilt IMU — no external attachments needed.

Integrated Tracking

Quick Glance Diagnostics Automatic power supply cutoff, and leak detection give you plenty of time to pull the mag before damage.

Make Synapse H-Grad a perfect fit for your application.

Size & Weight

Magnetometer
Length: 89 cm
Diameter: 7.6 cm (tube), 24 cm (fin)
Weight in air: 3.5 kg
Weight in water: Neutral

With Altimeter
Combined length: 94 cm
Combined weight in air: 4.7 kg
Weight in water: Neutral

Gradiometer Frame
Span: 1.5 m
Height: 65 cm
Weight: 12.4 kg
Weight in Water: Neutral

Sensor

Rubidium Laser Pumped for rapid sampling

Operating Zones: Worldwide
Measurement Type: Scalar

Absolute Accuracy: TBD
Sensitivity: 0.01 nT
Resolution: 0.001 nT
Dead Zone: 1 Zone (+\- 6° from center) Sensor can be easily rotated for worldwide operation
Gradient Tolerance: > 10,000 nT/m
Range: 18,000 – 120,000 nT
Sampling Rates: up to 20 hz

Operation

Depths ratings: 300 m (Frame), 1000 m (Magnetometer) + Optional: Larger pressure housing for greater depth rating
Power Consumption: 4.5 W per node (7 W with altimeter and IMU)
Power Supply: 24 VDC (120-240 VAC compatible) (Acceptable range 9-30 VDC)

Data

Interface: USB or RS232
Communication: WiFi web interface (access point mode) RS-232, 9600 bps

System

Integrated
Network Status LED
Leak Detector

Lightweight anodized aluminum streamlined frame
Self-righting keel and float
Y-Split Tow Cable with Integrated AUV Transceiver

Optional: Heavier frame for surface towed applications

Software

BOB Survey Software

Easily plan, configure, execute, and analyze your survey –free and native for all our magnetometers. Add-on: Make near-time Total Field and Analytic Signal maps from your survey data.

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