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Echo Sounders

Bathymetry is the science of measuring and mapping the depth, shape, and features of underwater environments. Using advanced echo sounder technology integrated with high-accuracy GNSS positioning and UAV platforms, bathymetric surveys produce detailed maps of riverbeds, lakes, reservoirs, harbours, coastal waters, and other submerged terrain. By measuring water depth and recording the precise location of each measurement, bathymetric systems generate accurate digital models of the underwater landscape. These datasets provide valuable insights for engineering, environmental monitoring, dredging, infrastructure planning, mining, and hydrographic surveying. At Advantage Drones, we deliver reliable bathymetric solutions that combine industry-leading sonar technology with advanced data processing to produce high-quality, georeferenced results. Our workflows provide accurate depth measurements, underwater terrain models, and professional deliverables that support informed decision-making while improving project efficiency and safety. Whether you're monitoring sediment build-up, planning dredging operations, inspecting reservoirs, or surveying waterways and coastal infrastructure, our bathymetric solutions deliver the precision and confidence needed for successful project outcomes.

EchoNIMBUSMBES multibeam echosounder payload 

(240 khz)

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The EchoNIMBUSMBES is a lightweight single-frequency echo sounder designed for UAV-based hydrographic surveys. Operating at 450 kHz, it provides highly accurate depth measurements in shallow freshwater and coastal environments while integrating seamlessly with UgCS SkyHub for precise RTK georeferencing.

Features

  • Single-frequency 450 kHz echo sounder

  • High-resolution depth measurements

  • Lightweight UAV payload

  • RTK GNSS positioning

  • Real-time data logging

  • Compatible with DJI Enterprise UAVs

Ideal Applications

  • Lakes

  • Rivers

  • Reservoirs

  • Canals

  • Dam inspections

  • Environmental monitoring

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EchoLogger ECT D24S dual-frequency echo sounder 450 khz and 200 khz

The EchoLogger ECT D24S is designed for professional hydrographic surveys requiring greater penetration into deeper water and soft sediment. Operating at 200 kHz and 50 kHz, it delivers reliable bottom tracking and accurate bathymetric measurements across a wide variety of survey conditions.

Features

  • Dual-frequency sonar (200 kHz & 50 kHz)

  • Greater depth capability

  • Excellent bottom tracking

  • RTK GNSS integration

  • High-accuracy bathymetric mapping

  • Compatible with UgCS SkyHub

Ideal Applications

  • Harbour surveys

  • Coastal engineering

  • Deep reservoirs

  • Dredging operations

  • Scientific research

  • Marine infrastructure inspections

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ECT 400S echo sounder (450 khz)

The ECT 400S echo sounder is a professional dual-frequency echo sounder developed for hydrographic surveys where distinguishing between hard and soft bottom layers is essential. Using 450 kHz and 200 kHz frequencies, the system provides improved bottom detection and sediment analysis while producing highly accurate bathymetric data.

Features

  • Dual-frequency operation (450 kHz & 200 kHz)

  • Improved bottom discrimination

  • Accurate depth measurements

  • Integrated RTK positioning

  • Seamless SkyHub integration

  • Survey-grade hydrographic data

Ideal Applications

  • Reservoir surveys

  • Sediment analysis

  • River mapping

  • Environmental monitoring

  • Dredging projects

  • Hydrographic surveys

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EchoLogger ECT D052S dual-frequency echo sounder 200 khz and 50 khz

The EchoLogger ECT D052S is SPH Engineering's advanced multibeam echo sounder solution, delivering high-density 3D bathymetric mapping from a UAV platform. Operating at 240 kHz, the system captures thousands of depth measurements simultaneously, enabling rapid, highly detailed seabed mapping with exceptional accuracy.

-Unlike traditional single-beam systems that measure one point directly beneath the sensor, the EchoNIMBUS-MBES scans a wide swath of the underwater environment in a single flight, dramatically increasing productivity while producing detailed digital terrain models.

Features

  • 240 kHz Multibeam Echo Sounder

  • High-density 3D seabed mapping

  • Thousands of depth measurements per second

  • Wide swath coverage

  • Survey-grade RTK positioning

  • Fully integrated with UgCS SkyHub

  • Compatible with DJI Matrice Enterprise UAVs

Ideal Applications

  • Port & harbour surveys

  • Marina inspections

  • Coastal engineering

  • Dredging monitoring

  • Bridge & marine infrastructure inspections

  • Environmental & habitat mapping

  • High-resolution seabed modelling

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