Uncrewed Saildrone to Explore Remote Alaskan Waters
, this genetic material can reveal important clues about marine biodiversity and, ultimately, ocean health. MBARI’s Environmental Sample Processor (ESP) is a “lab in a can” that will collect and preserve eDNA samples during the expedition. Pairing this powerful tool with uncrewed robotic technologies such as the Surveyor will enable researchers and resource managers to better understand the health of parts of the ocean that are not easily accessible with crewed research ships.“This project is an excellent example of how federal agencies and partners from industry, academia, and research
Oil Spill Response Limited to Use Saipem's FlatFish Drone
photo here) is part of Saipem’s Hydrone robotic development program, consisting of a series of subsea drones for automatic inspection, surveillance, maintenance and rescue operations.Per Saipem, FlatFish is able to autonomously perform complex inspections of subsea assets, thanks to the robotic technologies it incorporates: from integrated artificial intelligence to advanced navigation functions. In addition, Saipem says, its hydrodynamic shape and electric propulsion allow the FlatFish to travel long distances in deep water with minimum energy expenditure and maximum respect for the environment
EDF, ORCA Hub in 'First' Autonomous ROV Wind Farm Foundation Inspection
EDF Renewables has deployed a customized remotely operated vehicle (ROV) to carry out what is believed to be the first autonomous wind farm foundation inspection at its Blyth offshore wind farm in the UK.The ROV was modified to include cutting-edge robotic technologies for autonomous inspection capabilities and carried out visual inspections of the gravity-based foundations of three wind offshore turbines over the course of four days. The ROV was equipped and operated by researchers from the ORCA Hub, a strategic project within the National Robotarium.The inspections were carried out as part of
Smarter, Safer, Cheaper: A Six-legged Robot Autonomously Inspects Wind Turbine Bolts
trials with us.“This collaboration provides them with an additional product to add to an impressive list of solutions. It also proves that a single platform, like BladeBUG, can go on to fulfill a wide variety of functions at a wind farm. This greatly strengthens the value of investment in robotic technologies and their offering to the market.“The companies have enormous interest from the sector for their solutions. The contract wins and growth of their workforces attest to a spectacular British innovation story that will have multi-million-pound export value in the coming years.”Chris
Robotic Fish Being Developed for Offshore Inspection in Hard-to-reach Spots
, networking technology and additive manufacturing techniques, we have been able to develop a modular robot that can move very precisely in challenging offshore environments. The collaborative contributions of many partners have been instrumental in creating a practical platform to further develop robotic technologies in this field.”Verlume's role"Verlume is playing a key role in the project, assisting with the development of an intelligent power solution for RoboFish. The company will supply an underwater power system for charging, as well as an integrated intelligent battery management
RE2 Robotics is Developing Manipulators for the US Navy
, they can be particularly difficult to access and defeat. Recognizing the inherent dangers present in the detection and inspection of WBIEDs, there is a critical need for robotic systems that can perform EOD tasks with the accuracy and speed of a naval diver."As with the majority of our robotic technologies, the goal of the DM2S is to keep humans out of harm’s way while performing dangerous tasks. DM2S provides Navy EOD personnel with the ability to address threats like WBIEDs from a remote location, such as from a ship or on land,” stated Jorgen Pedersen, president and CEO of RE2
Kraken Enters R&D Partnership with NOAA
management decisions, develop new lines of scientific inquiry, and advise NOAA and the United States on critical issues.The agreement signed between Kraken and NOAA’s OER defines a joint research and development partnership exploring the application of Kraken’s underwater sensor and robotic technologies and systems to NOAA’s ocean observation charter in potentially more effective (less expensive, better results, more environmentally friendly) ways. The collaboration is directly responsive to NOAA’s OER mission of reducing unknowns in deep-ocean areas and providing high-value environmen
Expanded Underwater Robotics Ready for Oil Spills
of Thechnology - TUT, 9University of Girona - UG, 10University of the Balearic Islands - UIB, 11Norges Teknisk-Naturvitenskatelige Universitet – NTNU, 12Marine Technology Unit CSIC. Tracking in-water oil spills before reaching the surface by using new emerging robotic technologies is bridging the gap between existing traditional technologies (modelling and satellites) as decision support system for decision makers. Underwater oil plumes can come from bottom leaks or from surface patches forming subsurface plumes as recently been demonstrated. The distributed intelligence
Missing WW II Bombers Found on the Seafloor
and eventual recovery of our missing servicemen.” Project Recover blends historical and archival data from multiple sources to narrow underwater search regions, then surveys the areas with scanning sonars, high definition imagers, advanced diving, and unmanned aerial and underwater robotic technologies. “The latest discovery is a result of the dedication and fervent efforts of everyone associated with Project Recover,” said Dan Friedkin, chairman and CEO of The Friedkin Group and a member of the Project Recover team who provides private funding for the organization.
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