A team of engineers from the Sirius Scientific and Technological Center has developed an underwater vehicle capable of operating at depths of up to 400 meters without external navigation systems. The device, called TurtleROV2, weighs less than 35 kg, is equipped with automatic object tracking algorithms, and is adapted to difficult conditions, from murky water to strong underwater currents.
The robot's main task is to conduct engineering surveys on the seabed, inspect ship hulls and underwater structures. The device independently builds a map of the area using built-in sensors and transmits data to the operator in real time. The developers emphasize that all components, including the software, are created in Russia, which simplifies repair and modernization.
Mass production has already begun. It is expected that TurtleROV2 will be in demand in the energy sector, shipbuilding, and environmental monitoring. For example, the robot will be able to check the integrity of pipelines, search for sunken objects, or participate in scientific expeditions.
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