Beacon receiver for marine construction
Trimble, a US specialist in civil engineering technology, has introduced a beacon receiver specifically designed for marine construction. The company has claimed that this dedicated marine receiver allows contractors to achieve ‘sub-meter accuracy’ using DGNSS or MSK Beacon station corrections for robust, multi-constellation positioning.
The receiver, Trimble says, is ideal for a range of marine applications including dredging, vessel positioning and tracking, and bathymetric surveying.
The Trimble SPS356 Beacon Receiver includes support for China’s BeiDou and Russia’s GLONASS constellations. Corrections can be received from signals broadcast by MSK Beacon stations, from Satellite-based Augmentation Systems (SBAS), or via an external radio or Internet connection from a local reference station.
The SPS356 combines a compact design with a rugged housing and high shock and vibration ratings for marine vessel installation in harsh marine environments. The optional internal battery allows the SPS356 to continue functioning through power surges, outages or interruptions, which are common in marine applications.
The device includes Wi-Fi, Ethernet and Bluetooth capabilities, expanding system integration and connectivity options. Using Wi-Fi, the SPS356 can be accessed using any device with a Web browser, including smartphones or tablets, for configuration and monitoring.
By Jake Frith
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