Marine Surveillance Vessel – Silent Electric Drive for Coastal Patrol
Sector: Defense / Maritime Surveillance
End Client: 5G International – Abu Dhabi
Project Summary
FACOS developed the electric traction and energy management system for an electric coastal patrol vessel, designed for critical surveillance operations.
The project required a robust, silent, and fully integrated solution, capable of ensuring autonomy, efficiency, and mission-ready reliability.
The project required a robust, silent, and fully integrated solution, capable of ensuring autonomy, efficiency, and mission-ready reliability.
Background
Coastal patrol vessels often operate in harsh environmental conditions, with high exposure to heat, humidity, and saltwater.
The client needed a low-detectability propulsion system, delivering quiet navigation as well as responsiveness and long-duration operational resistance.
Client Requirements
- Silent electric propulsion , non-detectable by acoustic signature
- Extended operational autonomy
- High reliability in hostile marine environments
- Integrated electronics compatible with military interfaces
- Compact integration within the existing technical compartments
FACOS Solution
FACOS engineered a complete and customized system, featuring:
NAUTY 900 → compact module integrating Drive, BMS Master, and AC charger
BatteryPack LiFePO₄ – 48V / 100Ah → high-capacity, self-heating lithium battery with CANbus
EPM900 → energy and safety management, plus power supply for onboard auxiliaries
Custom CAN interface for communication with military-grade instruments and control software
Key FACOS Technologies
- Low-acoustic-signature electric drive
- High-density LiFePO₄ BatteryPack with advanced safety features
- Real-time diagnostics and control via CAN-Bus
- Modular powertrain architecture tailored for special marine operations
Results Achieved
- ✅ Stealth navigation with extremely low noise emissions
- ✅ Reliable performance in extreme environmental conditions
- ✅ Extended autonomy for coastal patrol missions
- ✅ Fast and seamless integration with existing military systems
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