Teledyne TSS's new DMS-500 series of motion sensors are attracting interest following the launch of the first models in April.
L-3 Dynamic Positioning and Control Systems (L-3 DP&CS), based in California, was one of the first companies to take the new sensors, receiving three pre-production units. Following testing and factory acceptance, the company subsequently received three standard production models, which replaced the pre-production units installed on its vessels.
The DMS-500 range has been developed specifically to meet the needs of users who require a top-quality motion sensor with Ethernet connectivity but do not require the subsea-rated housings that typify Teledyne TSS products. The first phase of the series comprises the Roll Pitch range of sensors, including the DMS-525RP, the DMS-535RP and the DMS-550RP. When the sensor range is complete it will include instruments that incorporate advanced and innovative features for applications, such as dynamic positioning (DP), wave-height monitoring and structural stress monitoring.
The DMS-500 range is available with various accuracies suitable for a wide variety of bespoke applications. The different models provide motion measurement with roll/pitch accuracies of 0.25-0.50 degrees RMS with high dynamic accuracy during vessel turns. The new sensors can also provide power and data over an Ethernet and include two independently configurable serial outputs that offer users the option of a wide range of connection and application choices.
The solid-state circuitry of the DMS-500 is contained within a surface-use housing that is water resistant to International Standard IEC 60945 Class B for marine applications (IP65). It is designed to be DNV-certified and uses solid-state angular rate sensors that offer reliability with a MTBF of more than 50,000 hours plus global availability due to the absence of any export restrictions.
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