maritime - Transphibian
Robot Overview
- Safely clear mines in surge-dominated waters...
- Perform maritime surveillance and reconnaissance...
- Keep personnel out of harm’s way...
The iRobot Transphibian, a fin-powered vehicle that is both a mobile UUV and a bottom crawler, can autonomously insert itself into the water and operate in a very shallow area. The fins enable the robot to navigate with 6 degrees of freedom – even in surge – to avoid obstacles and maneuver in tight spaces. Expandable and adaptable, Transphibian supports a wide variety of defense, first responder and commercial applications.
- Mine Detection
- Harbor Defense
- Surveillance / Reconnaissance
Key Features:
Transphibian uses a combination of fins and ballast tanks to swim and crawl on missions, including mine clearance in surge-dominated waters in or near the surf zone, where other UUVs are unable to maintain control.
Capable of swimming long distances, Transphibian can be deployed from a safe standoff distance, keeping the operator out of harm’s way. The robot is difficult to detect; Transphibian swims submerged to its destination, guided by periodic GPS updates.
Featuring a modular open architecture, Transphibian is able to carry a wide array of sensors and payloads, including a high-definition underwater camera.
More Information:
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