Successful Deployments of UXO Survey Equipment
Since March 2016 INNOVATUM Smartsearch magnetic mapping systems have been successfully deployed to collect data for unexploded ordnance (UXO) and munitions clearance surveys in various locations in European waters.
Smartsearch has reliably indicated the presence of many targets, a significant number of which have subsequently been identified as UXO. This reliable identification of targets has allowed the subsequent safe disposal of many dangerous items from the seabed.
The 12 sensor - mounting frame gives a 6m survey swathe, compared to the 4 sensor array which gives a 3m survey swathe. Plastic sensor-mounting frames , which weigh considerably less, are also available. The mounting frame for 12 sensors folds during launch and recovery of the ROV.
