This underwater robot may carry out dangerous rescue operations

Image credit : New Atlas Tethys Robotics, a ETH Zurich company in Switzerland, has unveiled a cutting-edge underwater drone intended for various perilous undertakings in deep waters, eliminating the need for human divers. This autonomous underwater vehicle has been specifically designed to navigate challenging environments such as murky channels and rivers. In situations where traditional search and rescue methods prove ineffective, the Tethys robot steps in. The Tethys robot is equipped with an interchangeable lithium battery, enabling it to operate continuously for four hours on a single charge. It weighs 30 kg while in water, can reach a maximum speed of 2 meters per second, and has a fiber optics cable range of up to 10 km. [caption id="attachment_184287" align="aligncenter" width="694"] Image credit : Tethys Robotics[/caption] Additionally, the underwater drone is capable of physically retrieving objects weighing up to 40 kg. Furthermore, it can mark the precise location of objects, allowing human divers to perform subsequent dives if necessary. Tethys claims its new device has already been utilized by different local authorities for underwater search and rescue operations, as per InceptiveMind. Also read : HILU : This Thermoregulate Blanket Delivers A Highly Cozy Experience & That Too Without Using Electricity