DriX H-8 French Autonomous Surface Vehicle (ASV)

The DriX H-8 Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV) is designed for remote operation under the supervision of an operator while carrying out missions with a high level of autonomy. In its class, the DriX H-8 strikes an excellent balance between performance and minimal environmental impact. It has a proven track record in supporting hydrographic studies, geophysical surveys, scientific monitoring, and subsea positioning for Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) and Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs). The vessel serves as a highly versatile open platform that can accommodate various payloads in its underwater gondola. It supports both Line of Sight (LOS) and Over-the-Horizon (OTH) operations through its multi-channel communication system. **Features:** - Excellent seakeeping capability and stability in sea state 5 - Autonomous operation with human remote supervision - Highly versatile payload configuration: easy to swap and customize payloads - Ultra-low fuel consumption and CO2 emissions due to efficient hull design - Multi-channel communication system for LOS and OTH operations - Underwater gondola designed for payload deployment, optimized for reduced acoustic noise signature and a bubble-free environment - Launch and Recovery System - Robust composite construction (vacuum infusion) reinforced with Kevlar **Benefits:** - Enhanced operational envelope and reduced downtime due to weather conditions - Environmental footprint reduced by 100 times compared to traditional survey vessels - Minimized on-site footprint - Efficient transportation and field logistics - Reduced on-site operation crew requirements, allowing for multi-vehicle remote supervision **Advanced Autonomy:** - Advanced autonomous functions based on the CortiX software framework - User-friendly web-based interface for mission planning and supervision - Highly versatile software deployment methods (Cloud or Edge) - Remote operation supervision - API available for interfacing with third-party software packages; ROS-driven architecture - Obstacle Avoidance System for improved user situational awareness and safer autonomous operation, compliant with COLREG regulations **Multi-Vehicle Collaborative Autonomy:** - Proven support for AUV/ROV operations through acoustic communication and positioning, with advanced AUV tracking capabilities - Autonomous Remote Operated Towed Vehicle (ROTV) operation (in combination with Exail’s FlipiX ROTV) - Collaborative operations involving multiple DriX vessels **Compliance and Certification:** - The first unmanned surface vessel certified by both Bureau Veritas (BV) and Lloyd's - Vessel construction surveyed by BV with a Maltese Cross certification - Extensive support from Exail’s team during the authorization process - Dedicated training courses for certification of DriX H-8 and USV operators