MC Huinay

The MC Huinay is a next-generation ROV developed by Marine Connection, designed for demanding underwater operations at depths of up to 600 meters. Its robust and reinforced structure provides stability and operational safety, allowing it to confidently face the challenges of deep-water operations.

Thanks to its versatile design, the MC Huinay combines strength, precision and control, making it a reliable tool for inspection, maintenance and support tasks in complex marine conditions.

The name Huinay honors the fjord in southern Chile, renowned for its natural wealth and for being a site of scientific research in hard-to-reach environments. Inspired by this reference, this ROV was created with the purpose of exploring and operating in extreme environments, contributing value and safety to the underwater robotics industry.

Backed by Marine Connection's local technical service, the MC Huinay presents itself as a robust, innovative piece of equipment, ready for new frontiers, delivering continuity and confidence in every operation.

Uses of the MC Huinay

The MC Huinay is designed to perform a wide range of critical tasks in underwater environments, combining reliability and operational versatility. Its main features are:

Underwater inspections of structures such as aquaculture cages, moorings, pipes, docks, vessels, anchor lines and hulls.
Removal of shipwreck debris and objects, supporting recovery maneuvers and cleaning of the seabed.
Cleaning of structures and the seabed, using integrated tools that allow the clearing of sediments and obstructions.
Precision laser measurements, ideal for assessing damage, objects or submerged structures.
Cutting operations, using tools such as discs or clamps to cut ropes, tethers, chains or other items underwater.
Environmental monitoring, with audiovisual recording, sediment control and collection of technical information.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions and Weight

Dimensions (Width x Length x Height): 82 × 110 × 59 cm
Weight: 100 kg

Power Source (Sold separately)

7kVA inverter generator, 220V AC.

Umbilical Cable

Conductive material: copper and optical fiber.
Structural reinforcement: reinforced with Kevlar fiber, which gives it high mechanical strength and durability against tension and abrasion.
Diameter: 19 mm.
Maximum traction: supports up to 300 kg of force, ensuring stability and safety during operation under demanding conditions.
Maximum distance: up to 650 meters, allowing for wide coverage for in-depth inspections and maneuvers.
Durability and sealing: designed to work in marine environments, withstanding humidity, pressure and frequent handling without compromising power or data transmission.

Propulsion and Performance

Thrusters: 6 x T561, with magnetic coupling (4 horizontal, 2 vertical).
Horizontal thrust: 88 kgf
Maximum cable distance: 600 m

Construction and Strength

Chassis: Ultra-high-density plastic (Extra UHMW polyethylene)
Umbilical cable: Kevlar fiber reinforced copper, 14 mm thick, tensile strength up to 300 kg
Pressure sensors: up to 30 BAR

Camera and Lighting

Camera: Full HD 1080p
Lighting: 4 × 1500 lumens

Console and Control

Video console: HDMI/USB output, 19.5'' screen, in a 12 kg case (Dimensions width x length x height: 58 × 48 × 24 cm)
Controller: Wireless Xbox controller / USB or controller integrated into the Marine Connection case

Optional sensors

CO₂ and H₂S: useful in environmental monitoring and safety, especially in areas where there is a risk of emissions or contamination.
CTDO (Conductivity, Temperature, Depth and Dissolved Oxygen): essential for oceanographic research and water quality studies.
Oil detection in water: ideal for environmental inspections and spill control.
UTM/CP probes: allow measuring corrosion potentials and cathodic protection in underwater metallic structures.

Sonar and advanced vision systems

Image sonar: for explorations in low visibility.
Multibeam or high-definition sonar: environment and help in bathymetry tasks and precise surveys.

Tools and Accessories

Cutting tools: blade or rotating disc for interventions on cables, ropes or underwater structures.
Underwater laser: for making accurate measurements of distances, diameters and deformations in structures.
USBL (Ultra Short Base Line): an acoustic positioning system that allows the ROV to be located in real time, very useful in precision operations or in open water.

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