The SL20 is a small, lightweight USV designed for inland waterway surveying and discharge monitoring. With a 17.7 cm moon pool and ADCP/echo sounder compatibility, it’s ideal for rivers, lakes, reservoirs, and extremely shallow waters. This portable catamaran is commonly used in ADCP velocity profiling, bathymetric mapping, hydrological studies, and dam surveys. The unit’s carbon fiber build, long battery life, and easy-to-carry form make it well-suited for single-operator deployments in remote or urban areas.
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The SL20 features dual operating modes: manual remote control and autonomous waypoint navigation. It delivers precise line tracking with robust telemetry and base station support. Collision protection, real-time data transmission, and intelligent power management enable extended missions. Its modular design supports instruments like Teledyne StreamPro, Sontek M9, and EchoLogger SBES for professional-grade hydro-surveying.

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