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AUTOMATED MAN OVERBOARD DETECTION & TRACKING

MULTI-SENSOR DETECTION, ALERT & RESCUE SUPPORT

MOBtronic automatically detects, classifies and alerts crew to a man overboard fall from a cruise ship.

WHAT IS MOBtronic

MOBtronic provides automatic detection of man overboard incidents and aiding the rescue, all proven in 45,000 hours of cruise operation.

Each MOBtronic unit is self-contained combining micro-radars, IR cameras with video analytics and computer processing for a reliable 97% probability of detection vs industry leading less than 3 per week MOB notification.

1. MONITORING

Multiple sensor stations mounted around the vessel at strategic locations simultaneously and continuously monitor volumes of interest.

2. DETECTION

Falling objects are automatically and instantly detected, then behaviour of the confirmed tracks is analysed based on speed, fall direction, shape & strength, while independent visual sensors confirm a MOB incident.

3. TRACKING & RESCUE

Merging of multiple sensors ensures MOB radar tracks are further classified based on IR heat signature (object shape, dimension & range), while live video feeds and tracking of the victim aids rescue operations.

INTUITIVE COMMAND & CONTROL

The intuitive MOBtronic command and control interface automatically presents clear radar and video evidence for immediate identification and verification by the crew, while tracking of the victim at sea supports rapid response.

The Secret to High Probability of Detection & Low False Alarms

Multiple radars simultaneously monitor ship wall ensuring falling objects are detected and tracked
Radar tracks are confirmed by collocated independent radar sensors
Behavior of confirmed track is analyzed (based on speed, fall direction, shape, strength)
MOB radar track is verified with infrared signature (heat, object shape, dimension, range)
Visual confirmation by crew based on video replay; within seconds crew can confirm MOB alarm

Climber Detection

Utilising the same multi-sensor approach, MOBtronic also incorporates a secondary function to automatically detect and alert operators to climbers ascending the side of a vessel for early intruder detection.

PERFORMANCE DATA

Over 45,000 hours of vessel operation, largest MOB dataset worldwide

Operationally proven, 7,000 test jumps, with over 1,000 days at sea

High reliability with >95%+ average Probability of Detection

Minimised burden for crew, <3 per week average MOB notification

120 days data recording, storage & replay

300 milliseconds from man overboard fall to crew alert

Up to 3km range of IR camera tracking man overboard in water

Every second position of MOB in water recalculated based on wind/current and updated on ECDIS chart

CVSSA Bill and ISO standard draft compliant

INSTALLATION

MOBtronic provides redundancy and reliable operation in diverse maritime environments and conditions. Built to IP68 standards, the self-contained units are specifically designed for ease of installation, maintenance and operation.

Tech Specs

Server OS	:	Linux
User console OS	:	Linux, Windows, Mac
Encryption	:	AES-256 (configurable)

Hardware	:	Commercial off the shelf (COTS) components
Environmental	:	IP67 and extended temperature (-20 to +70C)
Export	:	Free of any export control restrictions (eg ITAR)

Downloads

MOBtronic Cruise Data Sheet

MOBtronic White Paper