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06 · Robotics and autonomous platforms

SEAL

Maritime robotics. A unified platform. Different tasks
Unmanned maritime platforms
Research
SEAL is an advanced family of modular unmanned maritime platforms from Darlein Defense, designed for remote observation, equipment transport, marine environment monitoring, and specialized tasks.

About the project

The project brings together various classes of surface vessels based on a unified electronic architecture, compatible software components, and modular equipment.
SEAL is built on common principles of development, digital control, maintenance, and integration of additional equipment.
From a compact unmanned boat to a large multifunctional platform, SEAL forms the technology foundation for the development of maritime robotics.

Many tasks. One maritime platform

Modularity instead of many independent developments
Building maritime robotic systems requires integrating the hull, power plant, navigation equipment, sensors, communications modules, and software.
Developing each new configuration from scratch increases the complexity of production, testing, and subsequent maintenance.
SEAL takes a unified approach.
Common electronic components, standardized interfaces, and compatible software tools form a single technology foundation for different variants of maritime platforms.
The specific configuration is determined by the vessel’s purpose, equipment requirements, and operating conditions.
One architecture. A family of maritime solutions.
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Equipment for the task

Six areas of one platform
01

ISR

Remote observation
An unmanned platform for gathering visual information, surveying maritime facilities, and monitoring the state of water areas.
Planned capabilities
Integration of surveillance cameras.
Connection of compatible optical sensors.
Recording of images and video.
Collection of navigation data.
Local data storage.
Transfer of approved information to external systems.
02

RELAY

Mobile maritime communications node
A configuration for hosting compatible communications equipment and integrating with a distributed network infrastructure.
It provides for connecting HEX network modules, monitoring the technical condition of equipment, and exchanging data with compatible information systems.
03

CARGO

Cargo and equipment transport
A modular transport configuration for delivering approved cargo, tools, and technical equipment.
It provides for interchangeable cargo platforms, mounts, environmentally protected compartments, and means of monitoring the condition of the items carried.
04

DRONE CARRIER

Maritime platform for unmanned systems
A prospective line for integrating compatible unmanned vehicles into maritime robotics infrastructure.
It provides for equipment to transport, store, diagnose, and service small unmanned systems.
05

HEAVY

Large multifunctional platform
A prospective line of larger unmanned surface vessels with expanded equipment capacity.
The scalable architecture provides for adapting the hull, power components, computing systems, and service infrastructure to the requirements of a specific configuration.
06

SPECIAL

Specialized custom solutions
A line for developing custom configurations based on unified SEAL components.
Possible areas include research equipment, hydrographic surveys, technical inspection of maritime facilities, and specialized sensor suites.
Common mechanical, electrical, and software interfaces make it possible to treat different configurations as parts of a single family.

Technology architecture

Hardware and software components of one system
01 / 05

SEAL CORE

computing platform
A common electronic architecture for integrating onboard computing components, sensors, and diagnostic equipment.
02 / 05

SEAL POWER

power system
Unified tools for monitoring power sources, the technical condition of power components, and the power consumption of connected equipment.
03 / 05

SEAL CONNECT

communications interfaces
Integration of compatible network equipment, technical data exchange, and connection of external information systems.
04 / 05

SEAL SENSORS

sensor infrastructure
Connection of cameras, navigation sensors, measuring devices, and other compatible equipment.
05 / 05

SEAL DIGITAL

digital passport
A registry of hardware components, software versions, maintenance history, and technical diagnostic results.

Who it is for

Three roles around a single platform
01 / 03

Operator

Platform information in one interface
Access to approved remote control functions, equipment status, navigation data, and diagnostic messages.
02 / 03

Commander

A unified digital maintenance infrastructure
Records of vessels, configurations, installed equipment, software versions, and maintenance history.
03 / 03

Customer of a specialized version

A custom configuration on a common technology foundation
Selection of compatible equipment, development of specialized modules, and adaptation of software interfaces to project requirements.

Capabilities

A common technology foundation for different vessels
Unified software architecture
Equipment management
Automated functions
A unified digital fleet
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1
Unified software architecture
Compatible components. Shared tools
Unified software interfaces provide for integrating various onboard components and managing their technical data.
A common architecture simplifies developing new configurations and supporting existing ones.
02 / 04
2
Equipment management
Every component is part of a digital system
It provides for records of connected devices, hardware revisions, software versions, diagnostic messages, and configuration change history.
03 / 04
3
Automated functions
Step-by-step development of intelligent capabilities
Prospective research includes automated diagnostics, equipment condition monitoring, and assisted navigation functions.
Automated functions must include appropriate safety mechanisms, operator control, and verification under real operating conditions.
04 / 04
4
A unified digital fleet
Different platforms. One information environment
Compatible software interfaces provide for centralized display of the technical condition, configurations, and operational data of available vessels.

Open architecture

Build your own modules for SEAL
SEAL is being designed as an extensible maritime robotics platform.
Unified interfaces are intended to allow integration of compatible third-party equipment and software solutions.
Planned capabilities
Documented software APIs
SDK for developers
Standardized hardware interfaces
Integration of third-party cameras and sensors
Development of specialized software modules
Device diagnostics and monitoring
Configuration management
Connection of external information systems
The modular architecture makes it possible to expand functionality without redesigning the entire platform.
SEAL

Join the development of maritime robotics

Darlein Defense is developing SEAL as an advanced family of modular unmanned maritime platforms.
We are interested in collaborating with electronics developers, shipbuilders, marine equipment manufacturers, and robotics and software specialists.
We invite you to discuss joint research, development of experimental prototypes, equipment integration, and manufacturing cooperation.
We reply within two business days.
Darlein Defense — a new take on the private defense company in Russia.

Company details

DARLEIN DEFENSE LLC
INN 9701331416
KPP 770101001
OGRN 1267700273477
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