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TECHNOLOGY ROVs

Image courtesy Seamor Image courtesy QYSea Technology

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navigate autonomously, while AI-driven navigation sys-

Updates on the Latest Vehicles and Capabilities tems will help with obstacle avoidance, enabling the ROV

SEAMOR and Voyis have partnered together to com- to follow pre-defned transects and mission parameters bine the SEAMOR Mako ROV with Voyis’ Discovery while adapting to changing conditions.

Stereo Camera, transforming the applications and abilities

AI will also improve imaging and data analysis using of both and reimagining what can be done in underwater machine learning algorithms to process and analyze images inspection and exploration. The portable Mako ROV is and sensor data in real time, helping pilots and scientists rated up to 600 meters and can be remotely operated on make informed decisions during missions. Data transmis- umbilical lengths of up to 950 meters. Its size and build sions from the ROV to the surface can be optimized by make it ideal for pipe inspection, aquaculture, port secu- prioritizing and compressing the most relevant data for rity monitoring and various marine research operations. faster and more effcient communication. AI will also assist Likewise, the Voyis Discovery Stereo Camera is a widely in predictive maintenance when ROV components may applicable piece of technology offering high level clarity require maintenance or replacement based on historical and precision in visual captures of underwater environ- performance, minimizing downtime and reducing mainte- ments and immediate creation of real-time 3D models. nance costs. AI will revolutionize ROV technology by en-

The integration of both opens up unparalleled capaci- hancing their autonomy, data processing capabilities, and ties in aquaculture management and hydroelectric appli- effciency. These advancements will enable ROVs to per- cations, offering an effcient, cost-effective and reliable form a wider range of tasks in underwater environments house for the stunning visual capturing capabilities of the more effectively while reducing risks to human operators.

Voyis Camera. Applications that look to be signifcantly

As AI advances, the potential for ROVs to contribute to improved in the ease and accuracy of data collection and scientifc research, industry, and environmental monitor- monitoring include routine net inspections, equipment re- ing in marine and aquatic ecosystems will only increase. covery, and surveying and sampling of the seabed.

Overall, the convergence of technological breakthroughs,

Seatools’ new Fall Pipe ROV, the Yellowstone PLC, in- scientifc curiosity, environmental concerns, and economic troduces unique and innovative features that offer high opportunities is making this an incredibly exciting time in levels of precision in navigation and movement, advanced subsea technology. As we continue to push the boundaries data collection and processing, and effcient workability of what is possible in underwater exploration and opera- and task execution. Featuring an integrated rotator which tions, the potential for new discoveries and innovations is allows for the offsetting of the ROV’s heading relative to virtually limitless, and the impact on various industries and vessel heading, the Yellowstone can save signifcant power our understanding of the underwater world is profound.

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