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CHCNAV Apache 4 Pro USV Bathymetric System
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CHCNAV Apache 4 Pro - High Performance Multi Purpose Bathymetric Survey USV
CHCNAV Apache 4 Pro is a professional unmanned surface vessel (USV) designed for bathymetric surveys, hydrological measurements, and inland water mapping. Built for surveyors, engineers, and environmental professionals, it provides a safe and efficient way to collect accurate georeferenced data in rivers, reservoirs, lakes, channels, ponds, and other difficult-to-access water environments.
More than a basic survey boat, the Apache 4 Pro is a flexible hydrographic platform that supports a wide range of workflows including ADCP discharge measurement, multibeam bathymetry, water-quality monitoring, and optional automated sound velocity profiling (SVP). With modern GNSS + IMU navigation, Android-based mission control, obstacle awareness, and a rugged anti-entanglement design, it is well suited for organizations that want one professional USV platform for multiple hydrographic tasks.
With strong payload flexibility, compact deployment, and support for modern hydrographic survey workflows, the Apache 4 Pro helps improve field safety, reduce mobilization effort, and deliver reliable results in real-world bathymetric and hydrological operations.
Technical Overview
Apache 4 Pro Specifications
View the key system specifications, performance details, onboard components, communication options, and supported survey integrations.
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Professional Hydrographic USV
Built for modern bathymetric and hydrological survey workflows
Apache 4 Pro combines professional navigation, configurable payload support, obstacle awareness, and modern survey software into one compact USV platform for inland and near-shore water operations.
Why It Stands Out
One platform for bathymetry, hydrology, and water resource projects
Apache 4 Pro is designed for teams that need more than one survey workflow. It can be configured for ADCP-based discharge measurements, hydrographic depth surveys, multibeam mapping, and environmental monitoring missions.
It is especially well suited for water resource agencies, engineering companies, hydrographic survey teams, environmental consultants, and contractors who want a single USV platform that can adapt as project requirements change.
CHCNAV also highlights improved anti-entanglement performance, obstacle detection, and an optional automated SVP kit for multibeam workflows, helping survey teams work more safely and efficiently in real field conditions.
Key advantages
Built for real survey operations, Apache 4 Pro combines safe remote operation, payload flexibility, and efficient deployment in one professional hydrographic platform.
Flexible Sensor Integration
Supports ADCP systems, multibeam configurations, water-quality monitoring, and optional automated SVP workflows.
Professional Navigation
GNSS + IMU-based positioning supports reliable georeferencing and repeatable mission planning.
Efficient Deployment
Compact transport and rapid launch make it practical for routine monitoring, engineering surveys, and emergency tasks.
Anti-Entanglement Design
Designed to reduce the risk of entanglement from aquatic vegetation and help protect the propulsion system during field operations.
Obstacle Awareness
Built-in obstacle detection improves operational safety when navigating in complex inland water environments.
Typical applications
Apache 4 Pro is suitable for professional hydrographic, hydrological, and environmental workflows across multiple industries.
Flexible Survey Platform
Configure the platform for your workflow
Apache 4 Pro supports a wide range of professional payload types, making it suitable for survey teams that need flexibility across hydrographic, hydrological, and environmental projects.
- ADCP systems for discharge and flow measurements
- Multibeam echo sounder integration
- Water-quality monitoring sensors
- Optional automated SVP kit for multibeam workflows
- Additional mission-specific environmental payloads
Rugged Platform Design
Strong hull construction for demanding field conditions
Apache 4 Pro is built for repeated field deployment in real hydrographic working environments. CHCNAV highlights improved anti-entanglement performance, obstacle avoidance, and a rugged hull platform intended for survey work in challenging inland water conditions.
This makes the platform especially valuable for survey teams working in reservoirs, rivers, channels, and other areas where vegetation, shoreline obstacles, or changing conditions can affect operations.
Apache 4 Pro FAQ
What is the CHCNAV Apache 4 Pro used for?
Apache 4 Pro is used for bathymetric surveys, hydrological measurements, inland water mapping, and environmental survey work using an unmanned surface vessel platform.
Is Apache 4 Pro only for bathymetric surveys?
No. It is a multi-purpose hydrographic USV that can also be configured for ADCP discharge measurement, multibeam work, water-quality monitoring, and optional automated sound velocity profiling.
What is SVP and why is it useful?
SVP stands for sound velocity profiler. In multibeam bathymetry, sound velocity information is important for improving depth accuracy. Apache 4 Pro supports an optional automated SVP kit that can be controlled directly from the remote controller.
Who is Apache 4 Pro designed for?
It is designed for hydrographic surveyors, civil engineering teams, water resource specialists, environmental consultants, contractors, and organizations carrying out inland water survey operations.
What types of projects is Apache 4 Pro suitable for?
Typical projects include reservoir surveys, river measurements, pond mapping, dredging support, water resource surveys, environmental monitoring, and other hydrographic missions.
Can Apache 4 Pro support professional survey sensors?
Yes. CHCNAV presents Apache 4 Pro as a configurable platform compatible with ADCP systems, multibeam echo sounders, water-quality instruments, and optional automated SVP integration.
Why use a USV instead of a traditional survey boat?
A USV improves field safety, reduces the need to place personnel in hazardous water, simplifies deployment, and can be more practical in shallow, narrow, or difficult-to-access environments.
Build your Apache 4 Pro survey solution
We can help configure the Apache 4 Pro for bathymetric, hydrological and environmental workflows with suitable sensors, software, training and support.