Basic Search & Recovery Robotic System
SARbot® Lite
The SARbot® Lite is a battery powered, low-cost, robotic system which is optimized for underwater search and recovery in low-visibility conditions.
SARbot Lite + ECHO Sonar Package
<$25,000 USD
SARbot® Lite
Get the Job Done!!
Designed with First Responders in mind, the SARbot Lite is an easy to use tool that adds as additional layer of safety to Public Safety Dive Teams and is a considerable force-multiplier.
Options
In addition to the included ECHO multibeam sonar, underwater GPS tracking systems (USBL) and DVLs can be added to the SARbot® Lite to aide in advanced operations.
Low Visibility Operations
By utilizing the ECHO FLS (forward looking sonar) the SARbot® Lite can operate in harsh underwater environments down to zero camera visibility.
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Complete the Mission
If the recovery target/victim is beyond diver depth or divers are not available, the SARbot® Lite system can be used for retrieval by locking onto the target/victim with the onboard gripper and pulling the SARbot® Lite tether. (Note: This process should only be used by experienced and knowledgeable SAR operators.)
Background
History Lesson
The original SARbot was created by SeaBotix in 2009. It was designed to operate as a ture "Search & Rescue" ROV for First Responders in the UK. The idea was based on locating and recovering the drowning victim within the "golden hour" to revive them and save their lives. The SeaBotix SARbot System was a very well thought out kit but unfortunately not many First Responder organizations could afford the >$100,000 USD price tag (as pictured).
The BlueLink SARbot™ follows in the footsteps of its predecessor but primarily focused on "Search & Recovery". Consider it a revival of sorts. It is possible that the BlueLink SARbot™ could be deployed in time to save a life, but more realistically, it will be utilized for recovery purposes in most cases.
Teledyne Seabotix SARbot (2009-2014)