Coda Octopus Group Announces the launch of its Echoscope PIPE NANO GEN Series® of Real Time 3D Sonars

Core Viewpoint - Coda Octopus Group, Inc. has launched its new ultra-small Echoscope PIPE NANO GEN Series of real-time 3D, 4D, 5D, and 6D imaging sonars, designed for smaller underwater vehicles and diving platforms, enhancing capabilities in subsea intelligence and diving technology [1][2][3]. Product Development - The NANO GEN Series sonars are compact, slightly larger than a smartphone, making them suitable for deployment on smaller underwater vehicles and diving platforms [2]. - These sonars maintain the high-quality imaging capabilities of the existing Echoscope PIPE sonars while introducing new features for obstacle avoidance and spatial awareness [3][4]. - The development of the NANO GEN Series involved a significant investment in a new custom technology chipset, allowing for the miniaturization of advanced imaging technology [3][4]. Market Demand and Applications - There is an increasing demand for smaller underwater vehicles that require advanced imaging capabilities, which the NANO GEN Series addresses by consolidating multiple sensors into a single, power-efficient unit [4]. - Successful trials have been conducted with key Defense customers, indicating strong interest in integrating this technology into their programs [5][6]. - The NANO GEN Series is also applicable for diving platforms, diver wearable solutions, and various underwater robotics [5][6]. Company Background - Coda Octopus Group, founded in 1994, is a supplier to the underwater/subsea market, providing hardware and software solutions, including proprietary real-time imaging sonars and diving technology [7]. - The company's Echoscope technology is utilized globally for various applications, including underwater mapping, subsea intervention, and search and rescue operations [7]. Recent Acquisitions - The company recently acquired Precision Acoustics Limited, a leader in ultrasound and acoustic measurement, enhancing its capabilities in medical imaging and Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) [9]. - Coda Octopus also operates two Defense engineering businesses, providing sub-assemblies for mission-critical programs, which allows for repeat orders throughout the life of these programs [10].