A remotely operated vehicle (ROV) is a generic term used for tethered/cabled remotely controlled vehicles/robots utilized on the surface of land and water, or underground and submersed. The tether/cable is the sole conduit providing power, allowing directional control, live video to the operator, and emergency retrieval. The SeaBotix LBV® (little benthic vehicle) is a 35 pound fully submersible salt and freshwater ROV with a depth rating to 300 M, but is currently limited by its 150 M tether. The tools, spare components, cable, and controller fit neatly into two large ruggedized travel cases approximately weighing a total of 140 lbs.
The SeaBotix LBV300® includes a high-resolution color video with focus controls, lights, sector sonar, auto heading, depth control, and a grabber arm with limited utilitarian capabilities. The LBV300® is completely operated through a hand controller unit containing a joystick and function buttons. Functions include: all thruster control, variable thruster control, auto functions, trim, camera controls, light controls, and all other programming.
In general, submersible ROVs are not as efficient or versatile as SCUBA dive teams for specialty underwater tasks, but the unique niche for the SeaBotix LBV300® is its ability to accomplish certain underwater tasks while avoiding most of the safety issues and bottom time-depth limitations inherent in SCUBA dive teams. The LBV300® visual, video, and sonar surveys and assessments can access areas human divers cannot, and go to depths and durations exceeding standard human limits.
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