Oceanbotics made a huge splash when it first launched the 'SRV-8' underwater ROV back in 2020, but the company is now pushing the envelope even farther with the launch of the 'SRV-8X Optimus,' an underwater drone that is designed to be able to carry out a wide array of activities ranging from reconnaissance to data-collection.
The 'SRV-8X Optimus' is an underwater drone that makes use of a pair of lithium batteries that are capable of allowing for up to eight hours of operation on a full charge. Elsewhere, the 'SRV-8X' is considerably larger than its predecessor, weighing in at 25 kg and measuring in with dimensions of 64 x 51 x 43 cm.
Some of its special features include an ability to handle depths of up to half a kilometer, not to mention a quadrant of powerful LED lights that offer a total of 6,000 lumens of brightness. The drone can be controlled by a remote operator using an X-box controller with the help of a live video feed from the drone's HD camera.
This collection of features makes this underwater drone ideal for various applications including bridge inspection, seafloor monitoring and reconnaissance.
Powerfully Versatile Underwater Drones
The 'SRV-8X Optimus' is Suited to Diverse Applications
Trend Themes
1. Underwater Robotics - The 'SRV-8X Optimus' showcases the growing trend of using underwater drones for diverse applications.
2. Extended Efficiency - The eight hours of operation that the 'SRV-8X Optimus' can provide highlights the trend of extending the battery life of drones.
3. Versatile Applications - The multiple uses for the 'SRV-8X Optimus', including bridge inspection, seafloor monitoring and reconnaissance, indicate a trend towards creating drones with versatile applications.
Industry Implications
1. Marine Engineering - The 'SRV-8X Optimus' introduces a new innovation milestone for marine engineering industries who can expand data collection capabilities with underwater drones.
2. Defense and Security - With its live video feed and powerful lighting system, the 'SRV-8X Optimus' sets disruptive innovation opportunities for defense and security industries looking to expand reconnaissance capabilities.
3. Infrastructure Inspections - The 'SRV-8X Optimus' highlights the disruptive innovation potential for infrastructure inspection industries with regards to monitoring underwater infrastructure like bridges and ports.