Seafloor Systems HyDrone™ Portable Hydrographic Survey USV

The Seafloor Systems HyDrone™ (4.5 Generation) is a highly portable, one-person deployable hydrographic survey USV designed for stable, efficient data collection in shallow, confined, or otherwise difficult-to-access waters. Its catamaran-style hull and differential thrust steering deliver predictable maneuverability and excellent stability at survey speeds, making it ideal for inland lakes, rivers, ponds, and reservoirs.

The HyDrone’s rugged, UV-resistant HDPE hull and watertight closures protect internal electronics, while field-swappable batteries and lightweight design enable extended missions with minimal logistics. Optional echosounder packages — including Seafloor HydroLite™ and configurations with AutoNav™ or RCV systems — allow tailored setups to match specific hydrographic measurement requirements.

With a typical survey speed of 2 knots, up to 4 knots top speed, and up to 9 hours of battery endurance, the HyDrone™ balances range, payload capacity, and portability for daily field operations.

Key Features

• One-person, portable catamaran USV for hydrographic survey

• Stable differential thrust steering and watertight construction

• Optional echosounder configurations (HydroLite™, AutoNav™, etc.)

• Up to 9 hours survey endurance with field-swappable batteries

• Compatible with all major GPS/GNSS systems

• Lightweight, durable design for rapid deployment

Ideal For

Geospatial survey teams, utilities, environmental monitoring, and engineering firms conducting shallow water and confined body hydrographic surveys where portability, stability, and simplicity matter.