KONGSBERG MRU-M-MB3 is a Motion Reference Unit produced by Kongsberg, which plays an important role in maritime monitoring systems, particularly in roll and pitch measurement. The following is a detailed introduction to KONGSBERG MRU-M-MB3:

1、 Product Overview

KONGSBERG MRU-M-MB3 is a digital sensor designed specifically for offshore operations, featuring high precision, reliability, and ease of integration. It can measure the attitude and motion parameters of ships or offshore platforms in real-time, providing accurate data support for dynamic positioning, motion compensation, and other automated control systems of ships.

2、 Main functions and features

High precision measurement:

MRU-M-MB3 can accurately measure motion parameters such as roll, pitch, yaw, and heave of ships, providing stable and reliable data.

Its high-precision characteristics ensure the safety and accuracy of offshore operations.

Multi sensor input support:

This device is capable of receiving inputs from various types of sensors and can support up to 12 dynamic channel inputs, two key signals, and digital communication.

Flexible signal processing options allow users to configure sensors according to their actual needs, meeting the requirements of different application scenarios.

Digital communication function:

MRU-M-MB3 has digital communication capabilities and can be connected to ADAPT software or other automation systems via Ethernet using proprietary protocols.

This provides users with convenient monitoring and control methods, enabling real-time viewing and processing of ship motion data.

Hot standby processor:

Some models or configurations may include a hot spare processor, such as the Unity Quantum hot spare processor with a hot spare fiber optic communication port.

This design improves the reliability and stability of the system, ensuring seamless switching to a backup processor in the event of a processor failure.

Wide applicability:

MRU-M-MB3 is suitable for various marine activities ranging from small hydrological vessels to large vessels and facilities.

Whether it is motion compensation for single beam echo sounders or motion control and damping systems for high-speed ships, MRU-M-MB3 can provide effective support.

3、 Technical parameters (reference)

Please note that the following technical parameters may vary depending on the product model and configuration. The following data is for reference only:

Rated voltage: 120V AC

Power consumption: 2.6 W

Weight: 1.3 kilograms

Speed: 150MHz

Frequency: 47-63 Hz

Number of dynamic channels: up to 12

Keyphase signal: supports two

Processor: may include Unity Quantum processors or similar advanced processors

4、 Application Fields

KONGSBERG MRU-M-MB3 is widely used in the following fields:

Ship dynamic positioning: providing high-precision attitude and motion information for ships, supporting the stable operation of dynamic positioning systems.

Underwater Surveying: Used in conjunction with equipment such as multibeam echo sounders to achieve high-precision underwater terrain surveying.

Offshore crane: Provides heave compensation function to improve the operational accuracy and stability of offshore cranes.

High speed ship motion control and damping system: improving the stability and comfort of high-speed ships during navigation.

Dynamic positioning and acoustic positioning: As key components of these systems, they provide accurate attitude and motion data.