New Unit Will Support Coast Guard Research and Development Center
providing test assets to evaluate person-in-the-water detection technologies, assisted RDC personnel with constructing a ground control station in Fairbanks, Alaska for a Department of Homeland Security-sponsored project on CubeSats, and created a documentary of large-scale oil burn research on Little Sand Island in Mobile Bay, Ala.The RDC will host an outdoor exhibit including an unmanned response boat and other technology to highlight its autonomous technology research in conjunction with the unit stand-up
Student Robotics Competition Held in Hawaii
a perfect combination for Hawaii’s youth. The Maritime RobotX Challenge brings together more than 200 students from 13 universities in Australia, Singapore, Japan, South Korea and the U.S. – including a team from the University of Hawaii. Students have been busy competing on Sand Island for the last few days for $100,000 in prizes. Navatek is providing all local logistical support for the entire competition – committing significant manpower and resources to support the event and the students. Navatek is responsible for designing, engineering, assembling and installing
Molasses Spill Kills Fish in Honolulu Harbor
. From the lagoon, it is expected to dissipate into the ocean. DOH also advises the public not to consume any of the dead fish that may be found in the area. In response to the spill, DOH is posting warning signs at beaches in the Keehi Lagoon area and will determine if additional beach closures along Sand Island or the Ewa coastline is necessary. While molasses is not harmful to the public directly, the substance is polluting the water, causing fish to die and could lead to an increase in predator species such as sharks, barracuda and eels. The nutrient rich liquid could also cause unusual growth
February 2024
