Defense Robotics

The BIOSwimmer UUV applies the dynamics of biological fish to advance underwater search, inspection, and to operate in constricted areas inaccessible by other vehicles.

The BIOSwimmer addresses homeland security and commercial maritime capability gaps in littoral waters. BIOSwimmer’s powerful features enable users to:

• Increase data collection in confined areas
  (e.g., close, steady sonar scans of
  ship hulls and piers)
• Reduce diver risks associated with
  manual underwater operations
• Perform a breadth of missions (modular
  design and multi-payload support)
  Provide high performance in harsh
  environments
• Collect data (live or stored)
  Operate semi-autonomously, autonomously,
  or manually (override for additional inspection)
• Launch and recover rapidly

Some of the most common field injuries derive from back, shoulders, and leg strains and sprains. These are often triggered by improper lifting form, overuse, or overexertion in environments where workers perform rote movements with heavy or high-volume objects. Protect labor force, minimize injuries, and reduce workman’s compensation claims by integrating exoskeletons, also known as neutral wearables, into PPE rotation.

Designed to perform specific functions such as lifting, pushing, or carrying, exoskeletons work to stabilize the body and multiply human strength. These devices are fully adjustable, customizable, and adaptable to move with natural body mechanics. They function to assist wearers without restricting movement or replacing human skill. Depending on the required application, these devices can be either passive (operated without a battery), powered (battery operated), or a mix of both.