Yes. The ECT D24S is well suited to lakes, reservoirs and ponds, providing georeferenced depth measurements that can be used to develop bathymetric datasets.

Yes. JBUAS can advise on demonstrations, system configuration and the most appropriate UAV bathymetry solution for your application. Need advice on drone bathymetry?
Contact JBUAS to discuss the Echologger ECT D24S and whether a single-beam or multibeam echosounder is best suited to your survey requirements.

JBUAS states that its integrated ECT D24S solution can be set up in approximately 10 minutes, making it suitable for rapid deployment in the field.

Yes. JBUAS can supply the ECT D24S together with a compatible UAV, mounting equipment, UgCS SkyHub, HydroMagic software and associated components as a complete drone bathymetry solution.

Yes. Its dual-frequency operation, integrated tilt and temperature sensors, rapid ping rate and ability to integrate with UAV positioning and hydrographic software make it suitable for professional bathymetric applications. The appropriate survey methodology should always be selected according to the required accuracy, water conditions and project specifications.

The ECT D24S is a Single Beam Echosounder (SBES), so it measures depth beneath the sensor along an individual acoustic beam. A Multibeam Echosounder (MBES) collects multiple measurements across a wider swath and can therefore generate much denser seabed coverage. The ECT D24S can be a compact and cost-effective choice for depth surveys and survey-line mapping, while MBES is generally better suited to high-density area-wide seabed mapping.

Yes. The ECT D24S is designed for integration into surface vehicles and unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) as well as UAV-based systems.

Yes. The ECT D24S is compatible with hydrographic software including HYPACK, HydroMagic and HydroPro.

The ECT D24S has an altimeter range resolution of 1 mm. Its water-column resolution is approximately 7.5 mm at 100 kHz sampling.

Water temperature affects the speed of sound through water. Recording temperature therefore provides useful information when assessing acoustic measurements and survey conditions.

Yes. The integrated temperature sensor has a resolution of 0.1°C.

Yes. The echosounder incorporates a dual-axis tilt sensor measuring roll and pitch, with inclination data resolution of 0.1°.

Yes. Scour monitoring is one of the manufacturer’s identified applications for the ECT D24S. This can be useful for monitoring changes around structures, river channels and other areas where erosion may affect the seabed or bed material.

The ECT D24S is a dual-frequency single-beam echosounder. It uses acoustic pulses to measure water depth, and map the bottom surface. The ECT D24S has two frequencies which provide complementary survey capabilities, with 200 kHz providing greater range and 450 kHz providing higher-resolution measurements in shallower water.

Yes. The compact design of the ECT D24S, and its dual-frequency configuration make it suitable for surveying rivers and other relatively shallow watercourses. Drone deployment can be particularly useful where conventional survey boats are difficult to operate.

The main difference is their frequency configuration and intended application. The ECT D24S uses 200/450 kHz and is optimised for shallow-water bathymetry, including weedy ponds, lakes and rivers. The ECT D052S uses 50/200 kHz, providing greater penetration and additional capability for investigating soft sediments.

Yes. One of the key advantages of its dual-frequency configuration is its suitability for shallow water containing submerged vegetation. JBUAS specifically identifies the system as providing accurate bathymetry in bed-weed conditions.

The ECT D24S sensor itself weighs approximately 280 g for the 100 m-rated version, excluding the cable. JBUAS lists an overall solution weight of approximately 1.9 kg, including the associated UAV equipment and mounting components.

JBUAS lists the ECT D24S system for use with DJI Matrice 300 RTK and Matrice 350 RTK platforms. The wider integrated system can be configured according to the aircraft and payload requirements.

Yes. The ECT D24S can be integrated with UAVs as part of a complete drone bathymetry system. JBUAS offers an integrated solution incorporating the echosounder, mounting equipment, software and UAV integration.

Yes. The 450 kHz channel has a specified minimum range of approximately 0.15 m, making it suitable for shallow-water measurements where a lower-frequency echosounder may encounter a larger near-field or dead-zone limitation.

The ECT D24S has a conical beam width of: 10° at 200 kHz 5° at 450 kHz The narrower 450 kHz beam provides a more focused acoustic footprint in shallow water.

The specified operating ranges are: 200 kHz: 0.5–200 m 450 kHz: 0.15–100 m Actual performance will depend on water conditions, seabed characteristics, acoustic noise and the survey configuration.

The ECT D24S operates at 200 kHz and 450 kHz. The two frequencies can be used separately or simultaneously. The 200 kHz channel provides a longer measurement range, while 450 kHz provides a narrower beam which is particularly useful in shallower water.

Typical applications include: Drone-based bathymetric surveys Lake and reservoir surveys River surveys Pond surveys Shallow-water depth measurement Submerged vegetation surveys Sediment movement monitoring Scour monitoring Navigation and obstacle detection USV and other unmanned survey applications JBUAS specifically highlights the ECT D24S for shallow ponds, lakes and rivers where submerged vegetation can make bathymetric surveying challenging.