CHCNAV APACHE 4 PRO

The CHCNAV Apache 4 Pro is a versatile unmanned surface vehicle (USV) designed for advanced hydrographic and bathymetric surveys. Built with a rugged carbon-fiber triple-hull design, it provides a stable platform for collecting accurate underwater data in rivers, lakes, reservoirs, and coastal areas. With GNSS + IMU positioning, autonomous navigation, and support for multiple hydrographic sensors, the Apache 4 Pro allows surveyors to perform detailed mapping, current profiling, and environmental monitoring efficiently with minimal crew.

Key Features

Flexible sensor integration: Supports ADCPs, multibeam echosounders, side-scan sonar, and water quality sensors for a wide range of survey applications.
High-precision navigation: GNSS + IMU positioning and intelligent autopilot help maintain accurate course and data collection.
Rugged survey platform: Carbon-fiber hull with anti-entanglement propulsion protection helps ensure reliable operation in vegetation-filled or challenging waters.

Description

CHCNAV APACHE 4 PRO

High Performance Single Beam USV

Highlights

The APACHE 4 Pro is a versatile Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV) designed to support a wide range of hydrological survey tasks. It is compatible with various mainstream Acoustic Doppler Current Profilers (ADCPs) and also supports the CHCNAV HQ-400 Multibeam Echo Sounder (MBES) for underwater bathymetric surveys. The platform can be customized to carry water quality meters, side-scan sonar, and more.

Main Features

Configurable Platform

GNSS + IMU

Android OS

Built-in SBES

Compatible with a wide range of sensor options.

Precise positioning and heading information.

Android software for hydrological and bathymetric surveys.

Accurate depth measurements.

Benefits and Performances

Rugged hull design

Constructed with high-strength, high-modulus carbon fiber and HPT one-piece molding technology, the hull achieves a strength of up to 10 MPa, significantly enhancing its collision resistance. The motors are equipped with mesh covers, reducing the risk of deformation upon impact.

Anti-entanglement design

The APACHE 4 Pro features a titanium alloy mesh cover combined with hybrid water pressure conversion technology, significantly reducing the risk of entanglement by aquatic vegetation. If the motor does become entangled, the system triggers a software alarm to help ensure motor safety.

Versatile Instrumentation Compatibility

With a 50 kg payload capacity and a 24 cm central access shaft, the APACHE 4 Pro supports ADCPs such as the CHCNAV RiverStar Series, M9, RiverPro, and RioGrande. It also accommodates the CHCNAV HQ-400 multibeam echo sounder, side-scan sonar, and water quality monitors end-to-end survey solutions.

Advanced Echosounder

The APACHE 4 Pro features high-sensitivity, anti-interference transducers combined with residual vibration elimination technology. Its advanced bathymetric algorithms support adaptive parameter adjustment, enabling reliable performance in complex underwater terrain and diverse water environments.

Smart Controller

The APACHE 4 Pro features an Android remote control that ensures reliable hydrographic and bathymetric survey operations. With both 4G and 2.4 GHz connectivity, it enables real-time monitoring and seamless vessel control. The EasySail app supports route planning, real-time data and video feedback, data collection, and post-processing.

Anti-Entanglement Design

Minimize downtime with a titanium alloy mesh guard and hybrid water pressure conversion system that reduce the risk of aquatic vegetation entanglement. The system alerts operators if an obstruction is detected, protecting the motor during critical missions.

Detailed Specifications

Performances

Speed max. : 6.5 m/s
Payload capacity : 50 kg max
Draft : 8.6 cm
Positioning : Full GNSS + IMU

Echosounder

Type : Single beam, 200 kHz
Range : 0.1 to 200 m
Accuracy : ±0.01 m + 0.1% x D

Sensors

Camera : 360° video
Obstacle avoidance : Yes

Download

APACHE-4-PRO Data Sheet English [PDF]

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CHCNAV APACHE 4 PRO

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