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The NOVO Nautilus is an ultra-portable, diver-held digital X-ray system specifically designed for maritime EOD operators performing underwater inspections in environments involving potential munitions hazards. NOVO describes Nautilus as the first underwater digital X-ray system specifically designed for EOD maritime operators.
Designed for underwater X-ray imaging at depths of up to approximately 300 ft. (100 m), Nautilus provides instant, high-resolution digital images while remaining fully battery operated. The system supports operational configurations for both hostile and friendly waters, allowing EOD teams to remotely examine ordnance, investigate IED-related threats, protect critical infrastructure, and support harbor and port security operations.
The NOVO Nautilus is designed for underwater X-ray imaging and supports a variety of critical security and inspection tasks, including:
The Nautilus hostile-water configuration provides a diver-held solution designed to support underwater X-ray operations where the operator requires direct access to system controls.
For friendly-water operations, Nautilus can be configured with surface-based viewing and control equipment connected to the underwater system.
| Component | Weight in Air | Buoyancy – Seawater | Buoyancy – Freshwater |
| Tablet | 14.7 lbs. (6.7 kg) | 2.4 lbs. negative (1.1 kg) | 2.7 lbs. negative (1.2 kg) |
| Controller & X-Ray Housing | 45 lbs. (20.4 kg) | 11.4 lbs. negative (5.1 kg) | 12.2 lbs. negative (5.5 kg) |
| Detector Housing* | 27.7 lbs. (12.6 kg) | 14 lbs. negative (6.4 kg) | 14.4 lbs. negative (6.5 kg) |
*Detector Housing values above refer to the NOVO 15WNH Detector configuration. All values are approximate, exclude cables, and are subject to change.
Nautilus is available with multiple detector options to accommodate different imaging-area and portability requirements. NOVO identifies internally shielded construction for long service life, increased detector sensitivity providing up to 15X more light, and low internal scattering for higher image quality.
| Detector Weight | 9.4 lbs. (4.3 kg)* |
| Detector Imaging Area | 14.0 in. × 16.8 in. (35.6 × 42.7 cm) |
| Detector Size | 15.2 in. × 18.3 in. (38.5 × 46.5 cm)* |
| Active Area | 85% |
| Load Proof | 660 lbs. (300 kg) |
| Drop Test | 20 in. (50 cm) |
| Detector Weight | 5.3 lbs. (2.4 kg)* |
| Detector Imaging Area | 9.1 in. × 11.2 in. (23.1 × 28.4 cm) |
| Detector Size | 10.6 in. × 12.9 in. (26.9 × 32.9 cm)* |
| Active Area | 74% |
| Load Proof | 660 lbs. (300 kg) |
| Drop Test | 20 in. (50 cm) |
| Detector Weight | 2.6 lbs. (1.2 kg)* |
| Detector Imaging Area | 6.75 in. × 10.1 in. (17.2 × 25.8 cm) |
| Detector Size | 7.7 in. × 11.1 in. (19.5 × 28.2 cm)* |
| Active Area | 80% |
| Load Proof | 440 lbs. (200 kg) |
| Drop Test | 31.5 in. (80 cm) |
*Detector dimensions and weights are net detector values and do not include the Nautilus Detector Housing.
The Nautilus rugged Android tablet provides a dedicated operator interface designed for field and underwater operation.
For friendly-water configurations, the system can utilize the NOVO Bright S 10 in. Tablet with a high-visibility 1500-NIT display and NOVO Touch Windows Software. A 50 m communication cable on reel connects the underwater system to the surface-based viewing equipment.
Nautilus combines portable digital radiography with purpose-built underwater housings and controls to provide EOD maritime operators with immediate X-ray imaging capability at the inspection site. NOVO demonstrates the system imaging a limpet mine through 40 cm of water using only three X-ray pulses.
The Nautilus underwater system was developed with Sexton, whose engineering team specializes in the development, construction, and testing of custom underwater products for a variety of industries.
U.S. Patent No. 12,078,602 B1
NOVO Nautilus is available with multiple detector and operating configurations to support different maritime EOD requirements. Contact Ideal Blasting Supply for assistance configuring a Nautilus system for your agency’s operational requirements.
