Our technology

We deploy cutting-edge equipment to explore environments that are inaccessible to most researchers.

Research Vessel

Parker 2520 XLD Sport Cabin
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Parker 2520 XLD Sport Cabin
  • Dual 200hp Yamaha engines
  • Autopilot system for precise navigation
  • A-frame for towing scientific instruments
  • Advanced sonar and positioning systems

Research Vessel

Parker 2520 XLD Sport Cabin
  • Dual 200hp Yamaha engines
  • Autopilot system for precise navigation
  • A-frame for towing scientific instruments
  • Advanced sonar and positioning systems

Side Scan Sonar

Imagenex "The Fish"
  • Triple frequency operation
  • High resolution (1,000 data points per side)
  • 300m depth rating
  • Up to 400m (1,300 feet) total coverage
  • Built-in GPS and track plotter
  • Real-time recording to .XTF format

Side Scan Sonar

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Imagenex "The Fish"
  • Triple frequency operation
  • High resolution (1,000 data points per side)
  • 300m depth rating
  • Up to 400m (1,300 feet) total coverage
  • Built-in GPS and track plotter
  • Real-time recording to .XTF format

Remotely Operated Vehicles

Chasing M2 Pro Max Investigating the depths of Lake Ontario with our top ROV the M2 Pro Max, nicknamed "Nemo". A underwater drone with capabilities to reach 200m (656 feet). The bottom most part of the lake remains out of our reach (goals for next year are to find a way to reach the 802 feet bottom of Lake Ontario). We have 400 meters of cable to give us ample tether to reach as far as needed with the M2. As well, we are fitted with a USBL for tracking the exact positioning of the ROV, the control console, a grabber arm, and a GoPro mount.
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Chasing M2 Pro Max
VideoRay Ally
  • 200m (656 feet) depth rating
  • 4K and 1080p video recording
  • 12-megapixel photography
  • Electronic image stabilization
  • Grabber arm for sample collection
  • USBL positioning for precise tracking
  • 400 meters of tether cable
  • 300m (984 feet) depth rating
  • 4K and 1080p video recording
  • 12.3-megapixel photography
  • Grabber arm for sample collection
  • 450 meters of tether cable
  • BluePrint Oculus imaging sonar

Imaging Systems

Isotta GoPro Underwater Housing
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GoPro 11/12 & Deep Water Housing
  • 200m-rated Isotta housings
  • 3D photogrammetry equipment for creating detailed underwater models
  • Specialized lighting for deep-water photography