INS Valsura

About Project

Acoustic System Development & Experimental Platform (ASDEP)
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A Universal Underwater Research Ecosystem Now in Indian Defence Labs

Akademika’s Acoustic System Development and Experimental Platform (ASDEP) is a cutting-edge electromechanical underwater test environment designed for advanced research in underwater communication, sonar, navigation, and transducer development all within the comfort of a laboratory setup.

Built for defence research institutions and academic laboratories striving for real-world underwater experimentation.

Proudly deployed at: INS Valsura

Why ASDEP?

ASDEP combines 12-axis automated precision motion and 4-degree-of-freedom positioning with a robust 6’×4’×4’ soft-glass test tank  making it the ideal platform for hydro-acoustic testing, calibration, and validation.

Whether your focus is:
1. Underwater communication systems
2. Sonar transducers & hydrophones
3. Acoustic signal propagation studies
4. Sensor benchmarking & characterization
5. Marine robotics and navigation algorithms

ASDEP provides the accuracy, repeatability, and flexibility you need.

System Architecture

A high-strength extruded-aluminium gantry mounted over a vibration-isolated water tank, capable of positioning up to 6 external sensors/transducers with telescopic holders and 360° rotational action.

Motion Capabilities

1. X-Axis: 610 mm max traverse
2. Y-Axis: 430 mm max / 280 mm min traverse
3. Z-Axis: 650 mm max depth positioning
4. Rotation: Full 360° angular motion

Steppers for high-torque actuation:
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1. 20 kg motors on X & Y axes
2. 10 kg motors on Z & rotational axes

Water Tank Specifications

1. Size: 6’ × 4’ × 4’
2. Soft glass thickness: 15 mm
3. Max. water capacity: ~2000 kg
4. Marked water-level scale
5. Temperature conditioning support
6. MS rigid base with vibration-absorption padding

Electrical & Software Control Precision control-panel interface featuring:

1. National Instruments 24-channel DIO modules
2. Dual PLC configuration
3. 12 stepper-motor drivers
4. Dedicated industrial-grade SMPS units
5. MCB-secured protection system

Software support:

1. LabVIEW-based Motion Control Software
2. Custom feature integration available on request for:
3. Scanning automation
4. Transmission/receiving synchronization
5. Advanced underwater experiment workflows

Scope of Supply
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1. ASDEP Mechanical Gantry – 1 Set
2. 6’×4’×4’ Soft Glass Tank with Rigid Base – 1 Unit
3. Industrial Motion Control Panel – 1 Unit
4. Test & Demo Motion Software – 1 License
5. Heater Rod & Submersible Pump – Included
6. Inlet / Outlet Pipeline Kit – Included
7. Complete System Manuals – Included

Trusted by Defence Institutions

Akademika proudly supports India’s underwater defence ecosystem with indigenous engineering excellence.

Already installed and operational at:

INS Valsura – Indian Navy

Industry-Ready. Research-Focused.

ASDEP is designed to accelerate India’s underwater innovations.