How to get full visibility in and around the pen — in real time
Waive combines high-resolution sonar, advanced signal processing, and machine learning to measure biomass, behavior, and structure — regardless of light and visibility.
Sonar vs. camera
Camera and sonar are complementary technologies — but they answer different questions. Here's when each technology is best suited.
| Factor | Camera | Sonar |
|---|---|---|
| Coverage volume | ~3–6 m³ | ~40,000 m³ |
| Works in darkness | No | Yes |
| Works in turbid water | No | Yes |
| Submersible pens | Limited | Ideal |
| 360° coverage | No | Yes |
| Depth-independent | No | Yes |
| Individual fish | Yes | No |
| Lice monitoring | Yes | No |
Sonar provides comprehensive and stable insight across the entire pen — especially in submersible pens, offshore, and other challenging environments. Camera is useful for individual fish and lice monitoring in controlled conditions. Many facilities combine both technologies.
Volume estimates are typical figures and vary with setup.
Why sonar works where camera falls short
Coverage and scale
From a few cubic meters to the entire pen. Sonar measures the volume, not just a sample.
Condition-independent
Works in darkness, low visibility, and in challenging weather and sea conditions.
System understanding
Sees fish, structure, and surroundings simultaneously — provides context for better decisions.
Sonar + AI = insight over time
Measures
- Biomass and distribution
- Swimming behavior and activity
- Structure and changes in the pen
Interprets
- Patterns and anomalies
- Trends over time
- Correlation with environmental data
Alerts
- Unwanted behavior / stress
- Changes in structure / net
- Unusual distribution or activity
Edge AI — response where the data is generated
By processing sonar data locally, we can provide fast response, stable operation, and less dependency on bandwidth.
- Faster alarms and lower latency
- Robustness during unstable connection
- More efficient data processing and cost control
What this means in practice
Operational value
- 24/7 visibility across the entire pen
- Better decision support for feeding
- Early warning and lower risk
Economic impact
- Less loss and fewer unwanted incidents
- More predictable operations
- Better documentation and reporting
See what you can measure at your facility
We'll set up a short demo based on your environment and your needs.