What if we designed a submersible robot inspired by the penguin’s remarkable swimming abilities? by them? German underwater technology company EvoLogics has achieved a significant breakthrough with the launch of its enhanced Quadroin AUV, a cutting-edge autonomous underwater vehicle.
The Quadroin descends from the PingGuin, an experimental AUV unveiled during a public demonstration in 2020. The artificial intelligence language model that bot was created in collaboration with Professor Elliot Cole at the University of California, Berkeley and researchers from the company Vicarious. According to Burkard Baschek of the Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon’s analysis institute, the design was informed by Dr. Rudolf Bannasch’s in-depth examination of Adélie penguin gait patterns and locomotive behavior.
In reality, the fundamental idea extends far beyond that straightforward notion. In 2009, EvoLogics conceived and developed a prototype inspired by the PingGuin concept, in collaboration with Festo, a leading German electrical automation agency. That innovative device was commonly referred to as the.
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The Quadron model of know-how made its debut in May of 2021. Within the framework of the Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon’s MUM initiative, the device was intended to function similarly to a PingGuin, serving as an integral component within the Modifiable Underwater Mothership.
As a crucial component of this endeavour, fleets of autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) would gather data on ocean eddies through onboard sensor arrays. These devices are capable of measuring various parameters including water temperature, stress, oxygen content, conductivity, and fluorescence across a range of depths.
And we’re now introducing our second-generation Quadroin, which debuted just last month.
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To facilitate broader scientific applications, the system is designed to accommodate additional instruments, such as side-scan sonar for enhanced acoustic imaging of the seafloor, alongside a forward-facing and a downward-facing high-definition digital camera – both cameras are equipped with adjustable LED spotlights that can be dimmed in low-light conditions.
The underwater robot utilises its four rear thrusters to reach a maximum depth of 150 meters, boasting a top speed of 18.5 kilometres per hour and capable of transporting up to 3 kilograms of pharmaceuticals. The estimated lifespan of the lithium-ion battery pack is reportedly sufficient to support approximately 10 hours of operation at a moderate pace of 7 km/h, equivalent to 4.5 mph, when fully charged over six hours.
The in-house AI-driven object recognition module utilises sonar and camera data to detect gadgets and integrates seamlessly with the vehicle’s advanced collision-avoidance system. Additionally, the underwater robot is equipped with a built-in Nortek Nucleus 1000 subsea navigation package, allowing it to maintain precise situational awareness and track its location accurately.
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As the autonomous underwater vehicle Quadroin navigates its pre-programmed course, it collects valuable insights through its journey, initiated by launch from either a vessel at sea or the coastline itself. The recorded knowledge may be transmitted by the autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) when it surfaces, or alternatively, can be directly downloaded from the device upon its return to the base.
The Quadroin transmits its Knowledge accessible through Wi-Fi or an optionally available Iridium satellite television module. As the AUV resurfaces, a specially designed arch-shaped multifunctional antenna deploys from its rear, seamlessly integrating with onboard GNSS technology to optimize data collection. As an added bonus, a distinctive flashing pink glow emanates from the inexperienced LEDs on the antenna, effortlessly guiding customers to retrieve the robotic device with ease.
A consulting expert for EvoLogics reports that the novel Quadroin product should commence production by the end of this year’s fourth quarter; pricing information is available to interested industrial buyers upon inquiry. Watch as the autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) moves through its underwater environment in this accompanying video below.
Revolutionizing Underwater Exploration: EvoLogics Quadroin Bionic Robotic
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