The United States Navy

Mini Remotely Operated Vehicles

Description: Shallow water survey and light salvage vehicles.

Features: The Navy's two Mini Remotely Operated Vehicles are standard commercial, 1,000-foot depth-rated ROVs used to meet the Navy's requirements for shallow water surveys, photographic documentation and light salvage/recovery. They are air transportable on cargo aircraft and operate with minimum support from select vessels of opportunity, piers or shorelines. Auto-control functions are provided for depth, altitude and heading. The vehicles use electric propulsion. They carry a high resolution target locating sonar and have a manipulator capable of working with simple tools. They have a 35mm still camera and a color television camera that produces quality videotape. Electrical power is provided by a diesel generator or any compatible AC power system. For special operations, the ROVs can accommodate some small tools or instrument packages.

Point of Contact:
Naval Sea Systems Command
Public Affairs Office
Naval Sea Systems Command
Washington, D.C. 20362

General Characteristics, Standard Vehicle (MR-1)

Primary Function: Shallow water survey and light salvage
Length: 4 ft 8 in (1.4478 m)
Width: 2 ft 3 in (0.6858 m)
Height: 2 ft 1 in (0.635 m)
Propulsion: electrical
Maximum Operating Depth: 1,000 ft (304.8 m)
Payload: 22 lbs (9.9792 kg)
Speed: 3 knots (5.559 km/hr)

General Characteristics, Open Frame Vehicle (MR-2)

Primary Function: Shallow water survey and light salvage
Length: 4 ft 2 in (1.2243 m)
Width: 2 ft 4 in (0.7112 m)
Height: 2 ft 4 in (0.7112 m)
Propulsion: electrical
Maximum Operating Depth: 1,000 ft (304.8 m)
Payload: 90 lbs (40.824 kg)
Speed: 3 knots (5.559 km/hr)

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