The GMS Niedersachsen 22 is a typical dry cargo vessel with 100 m length and 10.5 m width. It is operated by HGK Shipping GmbH and is mainly in service in the western german canal network between the Rhine and the Elbe. Built in 1982, the vessel is designed for cargo with a maximum tonnage of 2326 t, which can be transported by an 1118 kW high power engine.
The test vessel will be equipped with further optical sensors and cameras as required by the project. A monocamera and a short-range lidar will be installed at the stern. In addition to the existing radar system, the ship will be equipped with a stereo camera, a monocamera and a long-range lidar at the bow. Furthermore, mono cameras are installed on both sides, on the foresight and aft view.
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