The IMS Dredging GPS System allows users to monitor and record digging operations for the IMS Versi-Dredge and IMS Depth Master dredging systems and satisfied USACE Silent Inspector requirements. The survey data is displayed on the operator’s screen and re-mapped in real time, based on the depth and location of the IMS SolidsMaster Cutterhead system. This allows the operator to maximize digging efficiency while providing a record of digging operations for their client(s).
The IMS GPS System tracks the following:
- Dredge Position
- Dredge Heading
- Dredge Cutterhead Depth
The operator must upload an XYZ file or pre-dredging survey into the GPS laptop. This will allow the system to do the following:
- Provide a history of dredging operations
- Shows “as surveyed”
- Shows “as dredged”
- Cut real time profiles at the digging tool position
- Update the “As Dredged” surface based on the depth of the digging tool
Real time sections in the IMS GPS program can be:
- Plan view
- Sectional views
- 3DTV Perspective view
The IMS Dredging GPS System is comprised of the following components:
- Dredging GPS real time dredge monitoring software
- Dual antenna DGPS for dredge positioning and heading
- Pressure sensor to calculate depth
- Notebook computer installed above right dash via mounting arm for data collection and display (removable for security purposes)
- Tide Gauge for real time tide correction
- A/D converter, 4-20mA/RS232
- Computer 2-port serial card
- Power inverter, 12vdc/120vac
- Wires, terminals, misc. hardware
- Installation of equipment at IMS factory
- Field start up and training services
