ADUS has been at the forefront of research into maximising the potential of multibeam sonar for the investigation of shipwreck sites. This includes developing survey methodologies to improve the quality of the survey data, and software to produce enhanced visualisations of the wreck.

ADUS has progressively tried different manufacturers of multibeam equipment and learnt that not only were there very real advantages in using the best equipment, such as the Reson 7125, to achieve the highest resolution, but that how the data is displayed can improve a viewer’s understanding of the results.

This lead to important research into the factors impacting on the quality of the multibeam survey data. This is one of the reasons why ADUS produces the best wreck surveys. If you don’t believe this then look at other survey results at this Google selection.

As well as the ADUS Independent Sonar Heading, Attitude and Positioning System (ISHAPS) for surveying from the surface, ADUS has a Private Public Partnership agreement with the MoD’s Salvage and Marine Operations team to develop high-resolution multibeam sonar survey techniques using RoV and AUV technology.

The academic background of the directors ensures that every survey project is also used as a platform for research into improving end results, efficiency and cost effectiveness. Enthusiasm for progressive improvements in the quality of surveys and visualisations helps ADUS provide imaginative deliverables beyond a client’s expectations.