The xNode™ Series
CalWave’s xNode™ is enabling the Ocean Internet of Things (IoT) by providing power and access to data offshore.
The xNode™ is the ideal power and data solution for offshore operators. This product series is built on a versatile, adaptable, and resilient ocean-observing platform with built-in power generation. It is lightweight and low cost, resilient for storm survivability, and easily stores, ships, and deploys.
The xNode™ facilitates and improves a range of existing and novel offshore missions. A standard baseline ocean science sensor suite ensures that every mission maximizes data collection and cross-functional interest. The modular scientific payload compartments can be equipped independently and easily configured in the standardized hull. Next to providing access to remote power and data offshore, the xNode™ stands out through innovative features such as a digital twin, on-board edge computing, and a lightweight, compact size enabled by an inflatable hull.
A standard xNode™ can provide reliable power at sea for a range of remote offshore consumers. For example, xNode can easily maintain an AUV docking station to increase remote inspection frequency while reducing vessel costs. In the open ocean, the xNode™ can accommodate any third-party scientific payload, for instance to complement the ARGO fleet of oceanographic profilers, acoustically monitor fish stocks and marine mammals, or measure CO2 above and below the sea surface.
Tech, Specs & Features
CalWave’s xNode utilizes CalWave’s multi-kW PTO platform and is customized towards the needs of end-users in maritime markets, specifically AUV charging with anchored or free-floating mooring options. The xNode is specifically designed for simple transportation and deployment, being more compact, lightweight, and robust than conventional buoys and unmanned surface vehicles.
Scalable Power
From 500W – 5kW
Energy Storage
3kWh+ on board, unlimited subsea
Security
Versatile mooring in any depth
Connectivity
Secure 4G and satellite data links
Configurable Payloads
Coming soon.
Science Packages
Coming soon.
Acoustics (active and passive)
Coming soon.
Edge Computation
Coming soon.
Powering the Blue Economy
Market Verticals
Aquaculture
Applications: Monitoring, power, feeding.
Navigation
Applications: Monitoring, navigational aid.
Security & Defense
Applications: Monitoring, AUV charging.
Disaster Recovery
Applications: Back-up power.
Inspection
Applications: Inspection, AUV charging.
Ocean Science
Applications: Monitoring, restoration.