Mini Wave Buoy GRP(Glassfiber Reinforced Plastic) Material Fixable Small Size Long Observation Period Real-time Communication to Monitor Wave Period Height Direction

The mini wave buoy is a compact, high-precision oceanographic buoy engineered by Frankstar for high-mobility marine monitoring. Built to deliver reliable, long-term observation of wave dynamics, sea surface physical elements, and environmental parameters, it seamlessly adapts to both free-drifting ocean profiling and fixed-station mooring deployments. Equipped with low-power multi-channel sensor integration, the system continuously captures high-fidelity ocean data and transmits real-time telemetry back to land stations or cloud platforms via satellite, cellular, or radio networks.

 


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1. Product Advantages

  • Ultra-Lightweight & Compact Structure: Weighing only 11.5 kg with a diameter of 510 mm, it enables easy single-person handling and rapid deployment from small vessels or coastal sites.

  • Dual Deployment Versatility: Operates reliably in both free-drifting ocean observation and fixed mooring configurations.

  • Robust Polycarbonate Material: Built with a durable Polycarbonate (PC) hull to ensure high impact resistance during field operation.

  • Multi-Channel Real-Time Telemetry: Supports short-range (GSM/GPRS/4G) and long-range (UHF/VHF, Satellite) communications for unbroken remote telemetry.

  • Optimized Power Management: Integrated with a 120 Ah lithium battery pack supporting a 6-month battery life under standard transmission intervals.

2. Production Process

  1. Precision Hull Fabrication: High-grade Polycarbonate (PC) molding engineered to achieve optimal structural rigidity, UV resistance, and hydrodynamic balance.

  2. Electronics & Sensor Assembly: Integration of industrial low-power microprocessors, high-precision wave modules, multi-channel acquisition boards, and internal 32GB data storage.

  3. Hermetic Waterproofing: Precision double-O-ring sealing and IP68 potting applied to electronic compartments and cable pass-throughs.

  4. Sensor Calibration: Multi-parameter calibration against national oceanographic standards prior to final assembly.

3. Quality Inspection

  1. Hydrostatic Pressure & Waterproofing Test: Sealed chamber pressure testing to ensure hull integrity under submerged ocean forces.

  2. Telemetry & GPS Burn-In Verification: Comprehensive signal testing across GSM/GPRS/4G, UHF/VHF, and Satellite links to verify reliable data transmission.

  3. Thermal & Vibration Chamber Testing: Operational stability testing under environmental temperature variations and wave movement vibrations.

  4. Pre-Shipment Functional Burn-In: Continuous functional burn-in test verifying internal logging, 30-minute interval transmission stability, and power efficiency.

4. Product Parameters

Category Specification Item Parameter Details
Model Info Model No.

FS-WEM

Physical Specifications Dimension

Φ510 mm × H: 465 mm

Buoy Body Weight

11.5 kg

Hull Material

Polycarbonate (PC)

Shell Colour

Default Yellow/Gray (Customizable)

Power Supply Battery Type

Lithium Battery Pack

Battery Capacity

120 Ah

Battery Life

6 months

Data Management Data Acquisition Interval

Default Update Every 30min (Customizable)

Short Range Communication

GSM/GPRS/4G

Long Range Communication

UHF/VHF, Satellite

Data Storage

32G Internal Memory

Monitored Parameters Oceanographic Parameters

Wave Height, Wave Period, Wave Direction, Wave Spectrum, Current Speed, Current Direction

Environmental Parameters

Water Temperature, Salinity / Conductivity

Meteorological Parameters

Wind Speed, Wind Direction, Air Temperature, Humidity, Pressure, Weather Station

Additional Options

Nuclear Radiation, Underwater Acoustic, Hydrocarbon Sensing

Note: A mooring system can be added to the Wave Elf series buoy for fixed-location monitoring.

5. Product Model

  • Model Designation: Wave Elf (Mini)

  • Model Number: FS-WEM

  • Deployment Mode: Drifting & Mooring Compatible

6. Packaging & Transportation

  1. Packaging: Heavy-duty, shock-resistant customized wooden crate (or custom flight case) lined with high-density die-cut EVA protective foam to safeguard internal sensors and the PC hull during transit.

  2. Transportation & Logistics: Air freight, express courier, sea container, or land transport compliant with UN38.3 standards for hazardous goods certification on internal lithium battery packs.

7. Product Purpose

The primary purpose of the Wave Elf (Mini) is to provide a highly mobile, compact oceanographic monitoring platform for continuous measurement of wave dynamics, sea surface physical elements, and environmental conditions across offshore and coastal waters.

8. Product Applications

  • Directional Wave & Current Measurement

  • Scientific Research & Drifting Ocean Observation

  • Marine Meteorology, Weather Forecasting, & Climatology Studies

  • Port & Maritime Traffic Monitoring & Safety Control

  • Offshore Design, Operations & Deep Water Monitoring

  • Coastal Engineering & Offshore Infrastructure Monitoring

  • Oil & Gas Environmental Monitoring

  • Offshore Renewable Energy & Wave Energy Studies

  • Marine & Freshwater Environmental Monitoring, Including Water Quality Studies


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