MTR100: Underwater Cameras, Lights and Ocean Landers
is a very small video camera roughly the size and shape of a tube of lip balm. A USB digital 50-500X magnifying bullet camera sells for around $20 that could be used for extreme close-ups of in-water or seafloor objects.POV/Action camerasAction cameras, such as the GoPro Hero, are small, rugged digital cameras designed for capturing first-person action shots. Newer models include image stabilization, autofocus, and high-speed processors. MicroSD card storage is common, with capacities up to 1Tb. Though the GoPro Hero internal battery has a short life, the camera can be powered through the CamDo from
Sea Machines Debuts AI-ris Computer Vision for Commercial Vessels
eliminate at-sea collisions and allisionsSea Machines Robotics unveiled AI-ris (Artificial Intelligence Recognition and Identification System), a new marine computer-vision navigation sensor designed to improve safety and performance while vessels are underway. Sea Machines’ AI-ris uses digital cameras and AI-processing to detect, track, classify and geolocate objects, vessel traffic and other potential obstacles in the majority of operational conditions, day or night. Computer vision helps improve safety for vessels and is also a critical technology for the advancement of autonomous command
USS Colorado Commissioned
are very excited for the future of the ship," said Executive Officer, Lt. Cmdr. Stephen Col. "I can honestly say I have the greatest job in the Navy." Also, in Virginia-class SSNs, traditional periscopes have been replaced by two photonics masts that host visible and infrared digital cameras atop telescoping arms, which are maneuvered by a Xbox controller. Through the extensive use of modular construction, open architecture, and commercial off-the-shelf components, the Virginia class is designed to remain at the cutting edge for its entire operational life through the rapid introduction
Fugro Awarded US Government Survey Work
quantity (IDIQ) type contract will support the architect and engineering survey and mapping support services for the military, civil and federal agencies of the Corps team, Mobile District. Using a variety of airborne sensors and systems, including topographic LiDAR, bathymetric LiDAR, digital cameras and multispectral/hyperspectral imagers, Fugro will provide integrated data collection and processing in support of the USACE’S National Coastal Mapping Program. Other services within the scope of this IDIQ contract include photogrammetry, vessel based hydrographic surveying, topographic
Fairweather Forms New Subsidiary Tulugaq
ability to share assets and programming costs between projects provides an added benefit to clients. Tulugaq’s operations are supported by the purchase of a new Diamond DA42 optionally-manned aircraft outfitted with live streaming high-definition video, infrared and ultra high resolution digital cameras. Future integration will include the addition of multispectral sensors. Tulugaq is one of the few operators of the DA42 in the U.S. and the only operator in Alaska. Originally designed for government work, the DA42 is designed to collect data in harsh weather and no-light conditions. The aircraft&rsq
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