Deep Trekker Leads $8M AI ROV Ship Modeling and Detection Project
sonar clips, and high-resolution images, offering a thorough assessment tool by providing inspectors and engineers with a comprehensive visualization of the hull's condition.Image courtesy Deep Trekker “This project represents a significant leap in our ROVcapabilities,” said Sam Macdonald, President of Deep Trekker. “Our vehicles are engineered to perform in the harshest maritime environments, and by integrating AI, we can now provide highly detailed inspections that were previously unattainable. Operators will have access to detailed visual outputs such as 3D
Voyis Discovery Camera Integrated with Deep Trekker REVOLUTION ROV
, representing a significant stride in Canadian technology collaboration," said Chris Gilson, CEO at Voyis. "Together, we are pushing the limits of imaging technology and creating solutions that empower professionals to navigate and explore the underwater world with unmatched clarity."Sam Macdonald, managing director at Deep Trekker, said, "The seamless integration of Voyis' Discovery camera with our REVOLUTION ROV signifies a new chapter in underwater exploration. This harmonious blend of leading-edge technologies will reshape how professionals navigate and inspect underwater
Deep Trekker Opens Office in Chile
Operated Vehicles), has opened a new company office in Puerto Montt, Chile."For the past eight years Deep Trekker has experienced exceptional growth across the globe and we believe this success can be directly tied to developing products in close collaboration with our customers,” says Sam Macdonald, President, Deep Trekker. “Establishing a direct presence in Latin America will allow us to get even closer to our customers, and as a result, deliver innovative products based on the specific needs of the Latin American market."The new office is a clear reflection of the company&rsqu
Submersible, Magnetic Robot Performs Hull Inspections
magnets give the Utility Crawler the ability to travel in almost any direction on ferrous metal surfaces. “Deep Trekker continues to innovate to provide the easiest to use and most portable inspection technologies, without compromising durability or capabilities,” commented Sam Macdonald, Deep Trekker President. “The new DT640 Utility Crawler product line has been developed by listening to the needs of the industry and our customers.”
New Pipe Crawler Launched
is completely self-contained in two carrying cases, requiring no dedicated service truck to operate. Along with onboard batteries, the system requires no generators or additional power source. “The infrastructure put in place to support our cities are quickly ageing,” commented Sam Macdonald Deep Trekker President. “Councils and service companies are looking for ways to inspect these pipelines to understand what maintenance is required before a costly breach occurs.” Until now pipe crawlers have been cumbersome, require trucks or cranes to launch the operation
Deep Trekker Announces New Product Unveiling
window, Deep Trekker said. Along with onboard batteries and a handheld video controller, the Deep Trekker products can be deployed in less than a minute with a one- or two-person team. “Underwater Intervention was in a lot of ways our coming out party to the market,” commented Sam Macdonald, President of Deep Trekker. “Before UI 2013 the industry had never seen a robust commercial grade ROV that piloted like ours and was affordable. With this in mind, UI 2015 was an obvious choice to unveil our new line of ROVs.” Deep Trekker said the DTG2 ROV will still play
USBL Tracking System for Mini ROV
(Ultra Short BaseLine) Position System uses acoustics to communicate with the topside USBL dunking transducer. Reporting live the position of the launch site or vessel as well as the Deep Trekker ROV. “This new integration is a game changer for the Deep Trekker DTG2 ROV,” commented Sam Macdonald Deep Trekker President. “Not only do we provide a robust and manoeuvrable ROV for an affordable price, but we now also provide the sophisticated options previously only available on much larger, costly and cumbersome ROVs.” Industries such as search & rescue, police evidence
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