MRV’s Air-Launched Autonomous Micro-Observer “ALAMO” is a lower-cost, A-size vertically profiling autonomous vehicle able to accomplish a wide range of missions previously performed by floats or sonobuoys.
ALAMO Benefits
Bluetooth communications
Small profile: easy, reliable deployment
Cost effective and practical: Lower cost per unit, minimal operator skill-set requirements
High-performance, Iridium/GPS antenna is standard
Features
Originally designed for aircraft deployment in path of hurricanes and tropical cyclones
Standard models meet A-size sonobuoy specifications
Extended hull models carry additional sensors
1200m depth rating
Mass (standard hull): 8.4kg (18.5lbs)
Mass (extended hull): 11.1kg (24.5lbs)
Height (hull, including antenna): 91cm (35.8in)
Diameter (pressure hull): 12.2cm (4.8in)
Expect 400-700 rapid profiles to 300m (~12/day), depending upon sensors
Iridium® modem for telemetry, command and control
Standard hull models: RBR Temperature-Pressure or RBR ArgoCTD (Conductivity, Temperature Depth)
