DWE-AQLM-C
aquaLUX MAX (1000m)
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aquaLUX MAX (1000m)
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Engineered for Subsea SLAM and Mapping
The aquaLUX series is purpose-built to conquer the strict optical demands of subsea SLAM and 3D photogrammetry. Machine vision algorithms require incredibly fast shutter speeds to freeze AUV motion, demanding massive amounts of light. By delivering ultra-bright strobed output, the aquaLUX MAX guarantees crisp, blur-free imagery. Crucially, its optimized wide beam angle produces a perfectly uniform, edge-to-edge light spread that eliminates harsh hotspots and vignetting. This flawlessly even illumination allows mapping software to lock onto spatial features with maximum accuracy—drastically reducing tracking errors, algorithmic drift, and the dreaded photogrammetric "banana effect," all while minimizing the need for excessive photo overlap.
LED Cooling Design
Running a 13,000+ lumen COB LED in such a compact footprint is a massive engineering challenge. Standard thermal management simply isn't up to the task. To solve this, we designed a custom CNC machined copper PCB that utilizes direct thermal connections rather than standard vias. By removing the thermal bottlenecks found in traditional circuit boards, heat is pulled directly away from the diode, allowing this ultra-dense LED to operate safely and efficiently.
Next-Gen Power Controller
Switching an LED of this power level typically forces a choice: use large, bulky transistors, or sacrifice electrical efficiency. We solved both issues by integrating the latest Gallium Nitride (GaN) drive technology. GaN components handle higher power levels, switch faster, and run significantly cooler than traditional silicon. This allows the aquaLUX MAX to achieve its massive strobe output and an impressive 135 lumens-per-watt efficiency without increasing the footprint of the electronics.
Advanced Thermal Management
Managing the ambient thermals of high-power switching inside a sealed subsea enclosure requires cutting-edge solutions. We utilized the latest metal 3D-printing technology to manufacture a custom-geometry heatsink specifically designed to cool the drive controller. This intricate design maximizes surface area in a way traditional machining cannot. Coupled with an onboard thermistor that actively monitors system temperatures and safely throttles output if needed, the internal electronics remain cool and protected under intense loads.
Durability and Optics
In order to provide the highest quality light while delivering the durability required for rough, high-pressure subsea environments, the front optical element is machined from ultra-rugged sapphire. To ensure none of that 12,500+ lumen output is wasted, the sapphire is treated with a carefully selected Anti-Reflective (AR) coating. This provides maximum light transmission with minimal loss, resulting in a perfectly even spread of light that is highly optimized for photogrammetry, mapping, and deep-water cinematography.