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Monday, May 18, 2015

The Role Of Remotely Operated Vehicles

By Tammie Caldwell


As a result of the modern technological advancements, vehicles that can be operated under water without the need of an operator being on board exist. Their control is achieved in a number of ways. They are either attached to numerous cables connected to the vessels hosting the operator or a command is sent to them by use of signals. ROV is the abbreviation for remotely operated vehicles which have embraced this technology and play many important roles.

Scientists have taken this to their advantage and are using these vehicles in a number of ways. Through them they are in a position to carry out experiments in the deep sea, collect specimens to work with in the main land. They are also in a position to identify the types of creatures and plants that exist at certain depths. Through them they have been able to discover new findings related to their field.

The explorers also use these types of locomotives to carry out their work of exploration and survey. Minerals can be deposited at the water floors which may be difficult for human beings to go there personally. Most of these have led to discovering of mineral rich regions at these depths. They also use them to collect samples of the same to determine the quality and quantity of their findings.

The fact that these locomotives are fitted with cameras and visual recorders, they become ideal in conveying real information of happenings in the regions they bypass. This translates as to why they are used to identify regions where collapsed vessels are and the availability of survivors. Also through them, ancient wrecks have been discovered among them being the Titanic.

Valued items may need to be retrieved from such wrecks at one point. Achieving this by use of divers is risky and may not be easily achieved. This equipment is availed in a manner that they can assume the human roles. They are therefore used in retrieving of equipment such as the black boxes and their ability to open compartments may save lives in case victims are trapped in an enclosure.

The military is also using the same to achieve a number of their duties. In times of war or attacks, the machines are used to survey foreign water bodies or check the availability of an incoming vessel. They are ideal since they can easily go undiscovered by the enemies. The autos are also used in patrolling the water bodies as a matter of national security.

Documenting and filming also takes place in water bodies. Shooting a scene in deep waters is not easily achieved by divers and calls in for special equipment. Such explains why the film industry is a common client for these vehicles. Documentaries have also been made covering water bodies and explaining more of the aquatic life by use of the equipment.

The gas and oil industry are among the top purchasers of these equipment. Deep sea beds are most likely to be rich in oil and gas deposits. The drillers are able to monitor their activities at these depths through them. In case of oil spills, the vehicles are also used to determine the damage caused and possible ways for handling the situation.




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