Manned Atmospheric Diving System (ADS)-Highlander

Product Overview

The Manned Atmospheric Diving System (ADS) provides highly adaptable rescue support capabilities. It is a humanoid deep-sea manned underwater operation system consisting of the diving suit, surface lifting system, and surface control system. ADS is an important piece of equipment for rescue and salvage operations, underwater dam inspection and maintenance, and other missions. It also provides an effective means to support divers in carrying out underwater operations efficiently and reliably.

Product Features

Life Support System

• Oxygen recirculation system with fan-driven CO2 removal capability
• Backup oral/nasal lung-powered breathing loop system
• Dual independent oxygen supply systems — port and starboard
• Life support duration of at least 48 hours, based on:
8 hours @ active consumption rate: 0.69 L/min
24 hours @ resting consumption rate: 0.42 L/min
• CO2 absorption capacity: 8.8 kg

Safety / Emergency Equipment

• Thruster jettison capability
• Main tether cutting / release capability
• VHF radio direction finder
• 37.5 kHz underwater acoustic telephone
• High-visibility strobe light

Certification

• Meets CCS and LR rules for the construction and classification of diving units and diving systems

Maneuverability

Limbs:
• Limbs are CNC precision-machined
• Oil-compensated rotary joints; limbs are compatible with both APEX365 and APEX610

Cartridge-type oil-compensated rotary joints:
• New-generation joint design
• Oil reservoir integrated inside the joint
• Rotary joint types reduced from 5 to 3
• Lower maximum torque, enabling easier maintenance
• #5 Joints - 8 per suit
• #3 Joints - 8 per suit
• #1 Joints - 2 per suit

Propulsion Power

Thrusters:
• 4 fixed-pitch, variable-direction thrusters
2 vertical thrusters
2 lateral thrusters
• Brushless DC motor, rated power 2500W
• Integrated motor housing
• Magnetic coupling shaft seal, maintenance-free
• Stainless steel propellers

Control

• Foot pedal control
• Left foot: vertical control
• Right foot: lateral control
• Adjustment and correction via surface control software
• Diver-assist mode available

Technical Parameters

HARDSUIT™ APEX 365

HARDSUIT™ APEX 610

HARDSUIT™ APEX 365

Operating Depth: 365 m (1200 ft)	Height: 198–218 cm (78–86 in) - adjustable to fit operators from 163–195 cm (5'4”–6'5”)	Width: 115 cm (45.2 in)
Weight: 380 kg (836 lb, in air), 2–4 kg (4–8 lb, in seawater)	Material: F357 cast aluminum, 6061-T6 aerospace aluminum

HARDSUIT™ APEX 610

Operating Depth: 610 m (2000 ft)	Height: 200–220 cm (79–87 in) - adjustable to fit operators from 163–195 cm (5'4”–6'5”)	Width: 117.2 cm (46.2 in)
Weight: 450 kg (990 lb, in air), 2–4 kg (4–8 lb, in seawater)	Material: F357 cast aluminum, 6061-T6 aerospace aluminum, machined

Applications

Subsea Pipeline Installation and Inspection

Subsea Rescue and Salvage

Platform Observation and Waste Removal

Scientific Survey and Research

Underwater Dam Inspection and Maintenance