Automated Tow Actuated Coupler
(ATAC)
The ATAC system attaches to both of the lift balloon systems, enabling automatic actuation of the system when towed down to the shuttle by a tow rope running through both.
It allows a completely controlled and captured lift to smoothly occur, straight vertically from any offset distance.
Allows use of the Dual Lift Bridge as well as the ZGM “German Method Adapter” with any contingency backup systems.
Click on the links to find manuals, PMS cards and Quick Start guides for the system.
ATAC Testing
Testing the ATAC prototype with an on-board camera. Gives a pretty good view of the system being hauled down by a boat and locking on, the CO2 Cartridges firing and the system beginning the inflation process.
Fun fact… this day started in 130’ of water and we couldn’t find the mine shape we were looking for, so we ended up going a little shallower and pulling up the heaviest thing we had in the boat which was a sand spike anchor and kettle bell. Not really enough weight to do a great test, but it showed the ATAC working perfectly as designed.