The Zelim Guardian Is An Automated Search And Rescue Craft
Scottish Search and Rescue (SAR) technology innovator Zelim has developed the Guardian-class fast rescue vessels operated by Sea Machines Robotics SM300 maritime autonomy, allowing the vessel to be operated without human intervention using Zelim’s casualty detection and recovery process.
The SM300 hardware integrates with the Guardian propulsion system and sensors to provide control of the vessel while transmitting situational awareness and accident detection information to a remote command center anywhere in the world. The SM300 software provides the ability to autonomously execute transit routes and search patterns over a wide area, as well as manually control the ship in real time using a remote command center.
Departing from a larger vessel, the 8.5m Guardian can be first on the scene to pick up the wounded and return them to safety on the lead vessel. The Guardian has been designed to withstand extreme offshore conditions.
Frank Relou, Sales Director at Sea Machines Europe, said: “As a leading developer of autonomous control systems, Sea Machines brings innovation to the global commercial maritime and defense space. We are appreciative of the opportunity to supply Zelim as their trusted autonomy provider. This project sends a clear signal to the industry that autonomous marine technology is rapidly gaining adoption and is in-demand among commercial operators.”