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ROV EOD Deployment System – REDS

REDS

The Remote EOD Deployment System (REDS) is a cutting-edge, platform-agnostic underwater EOD charge deployment and delivery solution. This innovative system enhances current in-service ROVs with multiple delivery capabilities, enabling them to address new and evolving surface and subsea threats, offering unparalleled versatility in the underwater battle space.

Why Choose REDS?

REDS is a high-accuracy, high-precision, interchangeable system designed for multiple applications. It allows operators to remotely deploy, position, and fire an explosive charge adjacent to a target, maintaining the charge’s position throughout the operation.

Engineered for adaptability, REDS uses the same basic frame setup for any application, integrating seamlessly with the size and performance of the deploying ROV. Its lightweight, non-magnetic, modular design ensures easy assembly and maximum operational flexibility.

REDS Features & Specifications

Technical drawing of an ROV equipped with Alford REDS, extended stand and Pluton shaped charge

Depth Capability: Deploy EOD charges and other equipment to depths of up to 1000m (ROV dependent).
Modular Release Frame: Deploy one or multiple shaped charges on a simple, adjustable tube system.
Stand-off Distance: Place charges against targets while maintaining safe ROV stand-off distances.
Adjustable Trim and Buoyancy: Slide weights along the tube frame or deploy weights on the legs to adjust trim and buoyancy.
Versatile Deployment: Use the REDS system to deploy other capabilities like sensors or long-term stationary devices.
Dimensions: 900mm x 400mm x 350mm (L x W x H), with variable length for stand-off requirements.
Weight: ~2.8 kg (depending on charge and buoyancy).

Deployment Options

Technical drawing of an ROV equipped with Alford REDS and Pluton shaped charge

Modular Shaped Charges

Alford Shaped Charges: Achieve low order deflagration, high order, selective disruption, or case flooding.
Compatibility: Compatible with Vulcan, Pluton, and Magma charges.
Deployment Flexibility: Deploy charges individually or in multi-charge arrays (adaptor required).
Pre-Deployment Configuration: The charge attack angle is fixed pre-deployment.
Extended Reach: Length is variable for the desired stand-off, with extended reach/height deployment arms available.
Diver Deployment: Can be deployed by diver if operations allow.

Technical drawing of an ROV equipped with Alford REDS and Universal Demolition Block

Universal Demolition Block (UDB)

Compatibility: REDS is compatible with multiple explosive charge systems.
Smaller NEQ Charges: Deploy charges of 1-8 kg+ as overpressure charges or for EOD countermining operations.
Stand-off Maintenance: Maintain ROV stand-off during deployment.
Diver Deployment: Can be deployed by diver if operations allow.

Rebar Cutters

Size Options: Equip REDS with 15mm, 32mm, or 50mm Rebar Cutters.
Multi-Charge Arrays: Deploy charges individually or in multi-charge arrays (adaptor required).
Pre-Deployment Configuration: The charge attack angle is fixed pre-deployment.
Manipulator Deployment: Deploy Rebar Cutter directly from the ROV’s manipulator.
Firing Cable: Runs from the charge to the ROV and then from the ROV to the command station.
Diver Deployment: Can be deployed by diver if operations allow.

Buoyant Mine Attachment

Deployment Method: Attach to the mine’s mooring cable and float up to rest against the target’s lower hemisphere.
Dimensions: 310mm x 250mm x 300mm (L x W x H).
Weight: ~2.3 kg (depending on NEQ of the charge).
Diver Deployment: Can be deployed by diver if operations allow.