Ocius develops and operates Bluebottle Uncrewed Surface Vessels (USVs) that utilize solar, wind, and wave energy to autonomously monitor maritime areas for extended periods. These vessels provide significant operational advantages in data collection and surveillance across various industries, including defense, oil and gas, and environmental monitoring.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Persistent maritime monitoring and data collection often rely on conventional methods that are expensive, require significant manpower, and are limited by fuel endurance and weather conditions. Traditional vessels also produce considerable carbon emissions and noise pollution, impacting marine ecosystems.
Solution
Ocius Technologies offers a range of autonomous Uncrewed Surface Vessels (USVs) designed for long-duration maritime surveillance and data gathering. These USVs, including the Bluebottle and Shipmate classes, leverage a patented solar sail technology, wave propulsion, and intelligent energy management to achieve months-long deployments without the need for refueling. The vessels can be equipped with customizable sensor payloads and networked communication systems, providing real-time data transmission to a control center. Ocius USVs offer a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative for applications such as anti-submarine warfare, intelligence gathering, seabed surveys, and climate change monitoring.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes defense organizations requiring persistent maritime surveillance, oil and gas companies needing seabed and pipeline surveys, and scientific institutions involved in weather monitoring and climate research.
Features
- Patented solar sail that harnesses both solar and wind energy for propulsion and power generation
- Wave-powered rudder flipper for forward thrust, enabling operation in high sea states
- Keel winch cassette system for easy sensor integration and deployment
- Integrated communication system for live tracking and remote control
- BETH Class: Optimized for anti-submarine warfare with a keel winch and tactical range advantage
- BATHY Class: Diesel-hybrid system for hydrographic surveys up to 30 days on station
- Shipmate Class: Multi-mode USV with loiter, hull speed, and foiling speed capabilities
- Autonomous navigation and collision avoidance
- Real-time data transmission and remote monitoring