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Today, more than 80% of the ocean remains unexplored. Underwater robotic instruments from the Argo program are looking to change that. 🌊 Led by researchers at Scripps Oceanography, Argo is an international program that uses these floats to collect data about the evolving state of the ocean. The goal is to help understand the ocean's role in Earth’s climate and how it will change in the future. There are roughly 4,000 Argo floats currently collecting data around the globe. Standard Argo profiling floats drift with the ocean currents, moving up and down between the surface and depths of 6,500 feet, while Deep Argo floats can reach depths of nearly 20,000 feet. All the collected data is transmitted back to researchers via satellite and is freely available to the public. 🌎 Learn more about how these floats help scientists understand and observe our ocean: https://argo.ucsd.edu/

This National Science Week, we are honored to be recognized by the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts for our collaboration with FireTech Connect. Together, we are exploring how drone technology can reduce bushfire risk and enhance emergency response capabilities. Our drone project exemplifies our commitment to making a real impact, driving innovation, and fostering strong partnerships with industry and government. At the ANU Bushfire Research Centre of Excellence, we are dedicated to translating research into practical fire management solutions. In this project, we are thoroughly reviewing and assessing current drone technologies for bushfire management, focusing on their capabilities, limitations, and operational effectiveness. We are collaborating with key stakeholders to develop and rigorously test implementation roadmaps. Our mission is clear: to advance our vision for safer communities. #NationalScienceWeek #BushfireResearch #Innovation #Collaboration #Impact

In this article in Adresseavisen, it is summarized why Fjordlab is so important for the Norwegian Ocean Technology Centre: https://lnkd.in/dtAsUmMQ? "Fjordlab is a completely essential part of the Norwegian Ocean Technology Centre," says Professor Asgeir J. Sørensen. "The plans are step by step: theory, laboratories and bassins at Tyholt, and testing in the fjord and at sea. Drone technology, sensors, autonomous vessels, and satellites. We want to utilize the entire ocean space and also the airspace," says Sørensen about what they aim to research. It has been proposed to move the new building from Heggdalen and Trondheim Biological Station (TBS) to Nyhavna to reduce costs, but TBS is a preferred location: "It is scientifically interesting to be together with the marine biologists at the Trondheim Biological Station who also operate here. There is little traffic and little conflict with other users. There is deep and clean water, and we already have a lot of infrastructure in the fjord here. It is very beneficial to stay here," says Professor Martin Ludvigsen, but it is an expensive spot to build on. It is steep and narrow." Illustration: Early version of how the building and the wharf facility at TBS could look like. Made by Snøhetta

Exciting developments in sea surface pollution detection using #auv published in research paper "OS-BREEZE: Oil Spills Boundary Red Emission Zone Estimation Using Unmanned Surface Vehicles" (doi.org/10.3390/s24020703) 🌍✨ As we in SeaDots explore innovative solutions for water surface monitoring using remote sensing technologies, envision a future where also drone algorithms seamlessly integrate pollution data from satellite images. The synergy between these technologies holds immense potential, paving the way for a unified system that enhances the efficiency of range of sea surface pollution detection and tracking. Imagine a network where drones, equipped with advanced algorithms, can tap into the wealth of insights derived from satellite imagery. By feeding on real-time pollution data captured from space, these airborne devices can provide a dynamic, on-the-ground perspective, ensuring a more comprehensive understanding of pollution events. This collaboration not only amplifies the accuracy of our assessments but also establishes a powerful synergy between remote sensing instruments. #oceanconservation #drones #AUV #oceanpollution #satellite #remotesensing #innovation #collaboration #blueeconomy

🚀 **Thrilled to Announce Our Latest Patent Award: Altitude Optimization Using the Pythagoras Theorem!** 🚀 I am delighted to share that we have been awarded a patent for our novel system and method of **Altitude Optimization Using the Pythagoras Theorem**. This achievement represents a significant advancement in altitude control technology for unmanned aerial vehicles. Our mentor, Dr. K.K. Kavita, whose visionary approach and relentless dedication drove this project from concept to reality, collaborated with Mounika Imadabathuni , Sphoorti Kotikalapudi , and many others to develop an innovative solution that applies the Pythagorean theorem for precise altitude adjustments. Our system integrates a horizontal distance sensor and a direct distance sensor to calculate altitude with remarkable accuracy and adaptability. **Key Highlights:** - **Applications:** Enhanced altitude control for aviation, drones, and spacecraft navigation. - **Advantages:** Superior precision, real-time responsiveness, and broad applicability across diverse fields. This patent underscores our commitment to pushing the boundaries of technological innovation. I extend my deepest gratitude to Dr.Kavita for her exceptional guidance and relentless dedication, and to Mounika, sphoorti, and the entire team for their dedication and expertise. We look forward to further advancing this technology and exploring its potential in new and exciting ways. #Innovation #Patent #AltitudeOptimization #Engineering #Technology #TeamAchievement

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📃Scientific paper: Coverage Path Planning with Budget Constraints for Multiple Unmanned Ground Vehicles Abstract: This paper proposes a state-machine model for a multi-modal, multi-robot environmental sensing algorithm. This multi-modal algorithm integrates two different exploration algorithms: (1) coverage path planning using variable formations and (2) collaborative active sensing using multi-robot swarms. The state machine provides the logic for when to switch between these different sensing algorithms. We evaluate the performance of the proposed approach on a gas source localisation and mapping task. We use hardware-in-the-loop experiments and real-time experiments with a radio source simulating a real gas field. We compare the proposed approach with a single-mode, state-of-the-art collaborative active sensing approach. Our results indicate that our multi-modal switching approach can converge more rapidly than single-mode active sensing. Discover the rest of the scientific article on es/iode ➡️https://etcse.fr/Tni

Nice survey of ISAM/OSAM from Payload covering key issues of commercial and government market demand and technology challenges including refueling, maneuvering, robotics https://lnkd.in/gDfy9YqF

Good update on In Space Assembly and Manufacturing (ISAM)/OSAM as well as orbiting Rendevouz Proximity Operations (RPO). We should think on behalf of those interested and new to space domain who may not know all the acronyms and buzzwords and give the full terms first. I me more often used acronym is PNT - Positioning Navigation and Timing.