Spotlight on New Technology
WFS
Booth # 2363
SeaPAR
SeaPAR (Sea Radio Acoustic & Power) is the world's first subsea wireless data and power unit that incorporates short-range high bandwidth radio-frequency (RF), mid-range low bandwidth RF and long-range low bandwidth acoustic communication and navigation/location capabilities. The unit is further distinguished by an inductive charging function. It provides wireless data and power to sensors, data loggers, control systems and for wireless AUV docking. SeaPAR is designed to be interfaced to a range of subsea assets (both fixed and mobile) and sensors to enable optimum wireless through-water communication in a range of situations.
At the other end of the wireless communications link, existing WFS units (high bandwidth Seatooth®, or low bandwidth Seatext®) can be fitted, e.g. to an ROV, a range of acoustic units can be used, or another SeaPAR unit can be used. WFS Technologies (WFS) is engaged with several acoustic suppliers to ensure that as wide a range of acoustic systems as possible is supported. The inductive charging capability means that units (or other devices such as sensors to which they are interfaced) can be recharged without physical intervention, thus eliminating subsea connector reliability issues. This unique combination of capabilities is an evolution of WFS' existing RF products and extensive Intellectual Property portfolio.
