Mission-critical sensors operating on naval vessels, ground vehicles or aircrafts need protection against (high-frequency) vibrations. Using a SOMAG Passive Vibration Isolation Ring (PaVIR) lowers the risk of damage to sensitive sensors significantly and increases the data quality. No matter the mission vibration damping is a key factor for Land-, Airborne- and Naval-Based Sensor Systems.
PaVIR: Passive Vibration Isolation Ring Explained
The PaVIR is a passive mechanical damping system engineered to reduce vibration before it reaches sensitive sensor equipment. It uses various materials and elements to interrupt the vibration path between the platform and the payload. This system is unique on its own because it has to be tailored to each individual solution, mounting system and stabilization mount.
Unlike active systems, the PaVIR requires no power, no software, and no calibration—it’s reliable and rugged. The frequency of maintenance intervals and the longevity of the system vary depending on the individual solution and application, but are low in general.
KEY ADVANTAGES
- Increases Equipment Lifespan: Reduce mechanical wear and vibration-induced failure over time.
- Improves Video and Imaging Quality: Eliminate motion blur, jitter, and sensor instability during operation.
- Easy to Integrate and Maintain: No wiring or power required—mechanical-only solution for quick integration into harsh environments.
- Designed for Harsh Conditions: Rugged materials for air, maritime and land use, including corrosion resistance and shock durability
Vibration Damping Accuracy
VIBRATION DAMPING IN AN AIRCRAFT
High-frequency vibrations of the aircraft floor can lead to severe damage to the sensitive sensor systems. By using a SOMAG Passive Vibration Isolation Ring (PaVIR), vibrations are drastically reduced which increases the data quality especially for scanners, LiDAR’s and cameras. For the GSM 5000 [LS1] and DSM 400, the PaVIR is part of the standard scope of delivery and adjusted accordingly to the weight of the payload. For the CSM, the ring can be ordered optionally. The rings are also available individually. We can easily adapt these to your special requirements and specific weight. Accordingly, we also design damper cuboids such is for the Riegl LMS Q680i. All PaVIRs ensure an easy exchangeability.
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Passive Vibration Isolation System for Naval & Land-Based Sensors
Whether installed on a high-speed patrol boat or a high-mobility military vehicle, vibration is a constant threat to sensitive surveillance and targeting systems. Engine rumble, wave shocks, and terrain impact can quickly lead to component wear, data degradation, or even system failure.
SOMAG’s PaVIR can be integrated in systems worldwide, including:
- Shipboard surveillance systems
- Vehicle-mounted perimeter observation units
- Fixed installations on coastal security platforms
- Mobile defense and homeland security systems
Each ring is tailored to your payload’s weight and specific setup to be easily adapted to existing stabilization platforms. For our land and marine systems – including the RSM 50, NSM 500, and OSM 5000 – it is available as an optional accessory, providing enhanced performance and improved sensor protection in demanding operational environments.
For more information (such as specific key advantages and possible use fields) reffering the rugged mechanical damping system for naval and land platforms we suggest our press release.