IVM Technologies Hydro 300
The IVM Technologies Hydro 300 is a subsea stereo photogrammetry camera designed to help inspection teams generate accurate 3D models of underwater assets.
Built for operation at depths of up to 300 meters, it captures high-resolution imagery that supports dimensional inspections, metrology, and digital documentation across a wide range of subsea environments.
Benefits of the IVM Hydro 300
- Underwater photogrammetry
- Subsea dimensional inspection
- 3D asset modeling
- Underwater metrology
- ROV-based visual inspections
- Digital asset documentation
- Mooring line dimensional control
- Riser base inspection
- Pipelines
- Risers
- Spools
- Mooring systems
- Offshore structures
- Dams
- Shipwrecks
- Ports
- Harbor infrastructure
- Other shallow-water subsea assets
- Offshore oil and gas
- Offshore wind
- Marine construction
- Hydroelectric power
- Ports and harbors
- Hydrographic surveying
- Infrastructure inspection
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Improve Subsea Inspections with the Hydro 300
Inspecting underwater assets often requires more than capturing clear images. Engineers and asset owners frequently need accurate measurements to assess structural condition, monitor changes over time, plan repairs, or verify completed work.
The Hydro 300 helps bridge that gap by combining underwater imaging with stereo photogrammetry to produce detailed 3D models of subsea assets. Designed for deployment on Observation- and Work-Class ROVs, it gives inspection teams a practical way to document underwater infrastructure, perform metrology, and collect accurate spatial data without relying on manual measurements or diver-based workflows.
Generate Millimetric 3D Models with the Hydro 300
The Hydro 300 is designed to produce accurate 3D reconstructions of underwater assets using stereo photogrammetry.
By capturing synchronized, high-resolution images from two cameras, the system generates detailed digital models that support dimensional inspection, metrology, and long-term asset documentation.
These 3D models let inspection teams move beyond simple visual observations and collect spatial data that can be measured, analyzed, and compared over time.
Capture Reliable Inspection Data in Low-Visibility Water
Underwater inspections are often complicated by suspended sediment, changing light conditions, and poor visibility.
The Hydro 300 addresses this challenge with integrated 80,000-lumen flashes that help illuminate subsea assets in environments where ambient light alone isn’t enough. By providing powerful onboard illumination, the Hydro 300 helps inspection teams collect the image quality they need for dimensional modeling across a variety of underwater environments.
Integrate the Hydro 300 Across a Wide Range of ROVs
The Hydro 300 is engineered to integrate with both Observation- and Work-Class ROVs, making it a flexible option for organizations operating different classes of subsea vehicles.
To support integration into existing inspection workflows, the Hydro 300 includes a dedicated API, onboard data storage, and high-speed data output for efficient image management and system connectivity. These capabilities allow operators and integrators to incorporate the camera into established ROV systems while maintaining streamlined data collection and post-processing workflows for subsea inspection and survey missions.
Create Real-Time 3D Models with IVM SLAM
The Hydro 300 is compatible with the IVM SLAM platform, an AI-powered topside processing system that enables real-time simultaneous localization and mapping during underwater inspections.
Together, the two systems provide operators with immediate visualization of captured survey data as inspections progress.
Real-time mapping can improve survey confidence by allowing teams to identify incomplete coverage while still in the field, reducing the likelihood of repeat deployments. For organizations building digital inspection programs, pairing the Hydro 300 with IVM SLAM can reduce survey uncertainty while accelerating the creation of inspection-ready 3D models.
Configure the Hydro 300 for Your Inspection Workflow
The Hydro 300 includes additional features and accessories that help teams adapt the system to different ROV platforms and subsea inspection requirements:
- Skid, tilt mechanism, and power converter options support different deployment and integration needs.
- Hard-anodized aluminum construction provides durability for subsea inspection environments.
- 300-meter operating depth supports shallow-water inspection and survey applications.
Contact MFE Offshore to discuss the right Hydro 300 configuration for your ROV platform and inspection requirements.
IVM Tecnhologies Hydro 300 Technical Specifications
| Operating depth | 300 msw |
| Dimensions | 288 × 338 × 324 mm |
| Weight (air/water) | 11.2 kg / 2.2 kg |
| Operating temperature | 0–30°C |
| Housing | Hard-anodized aluminum |
| Stereo cameras | 2 × 12 MP |
| Field of view | 63° (vertical) / 79° (horizontal) |
| Visualization frame rate | 20 FPS |
| Recording frame rate | 4 FPS |
| Integrated lighting | 80,000 lumens |
| Voltage | 48 VDC |
| Power consumption | 150 W |
| Data output | 1 Gbps | 10/100 Mbps |
| Onboard storage | 2 TB |
| Compatible with Observation- through Work-Class ROVs |
| Dedicated integration API |
| BlueTrail Cobalt connectors |
| Compatible with IVM SLAM |
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