Kongsberg cNODE Mini: Compact Subsea Positioning Transponder

High-Precision SSBL and LBL Tracking for Small Vehicles and ROVs

Product Overview

The Kongsberg cNODE Mini is a compact, high-performance acoustic transponder designed for precise underwater positioning and data telemetry. Engineered for versatility, it is small and light enough to be mounted on observation-class ROVs, towfish, and autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) without significantly impacting their payload or buoyancy.

As part of the Kongsberg cNODE family, the "Mini" series utilizes the advanced Cymbal digital acoustic protocol. This technology ensures superior range accuracy and robustness against acoustic noise, making it the ideal choice for offshore wind farm surveys, subsea construction, and scientific research in water depths up to 4,000 meters (with 7,000m options available).

Why Choose the Kongsberg cNODE Mini?

• The "MiniS" Advantage: The latest generation (MiniS) offers a smaller form factor than its predecessors while providing improved range specifications and higher update rates.
• Cymbal Digital Technology: Features over 500 digital channels, eliminating interference in crowded survey environments (SIMOPS) and providing centimeter-level ranging accuracy.
• Rapid Update Rates: Supports Fast Track mode for high-frequency position updates, essential for maneuvering robotic vehicles in high-current or complex environments.
• LBL and SSBL Flexibility: Whether used as a mobile target for Super Short Baseline (SSBL) tracking or as a station in a Long Baseline (LBL) array, the Mini delivers consistent, reliable data.