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Monday 18 May 2015

Uses Of Remotely Operated Vehicles

By Tammie Caldwell


As a result of the modern technological advancements, vehicles that can be operated under water without the need of an operator being on board exist. Their control is achieved in a number of ways. They are either attached to numerous cables connected to the vessels hosting the operator or a command is sent to them by use of signals. ROV is the abbreviation for remotely operated vehicles which have embraced this technology and play many important roles.

Scientists have taken this to their advantage and are using these vehicles in a number of ways. Through them they are in a position to carry out experiments in the deep sea, collect specimens to work with in the main land. They are also in a position to identify the types of creatures and plants that exist at certain depths. Through them they have been able to discover new findings related to their field.

The explorers also use these types of locomotives to carry out their work of exploration and survey. Minerals can be deposited at the water floors which may be difficult for human beings to go there personally. Most of these have led to discovering of mineral rich regions at these depths. They also use them to collect samples of the same to determine the quality and quantity of their findings.

ROVs are fitted with cameras and video recorders. This means that they get to take images as well as videos while in use. In case of accidents happening at the waters and the vessels sinking, they are used in identifying the location and any possible survivors. Also through them, ancient wrecks such as the Titanic were discovered.

Another of their function is in retrieving items in deep depths or from wrecks. Airplanes have in the past crashed on water bodies and eventually sunk. Once a location of their wreck is identified, they are used to retrieve items such as the black box which is used to determine the course of the crashing. Some have special features and are used in life saving missions such as creating openings for trapped people.

The military need to be constantly on the lookout for any attacks at all times. Water bodies are an ideal avenue for easily carrying out an attack without being detected. They use this type of equipment in conducting searchers of attack vessels as well conducting survey on foreign water masses. They are also in a position to uphold national security by conducting regular patrol on water bodies using them.

Documenting and filming also takes place in water bodies. Shooting a scene in deep waters is not easily achieved by divers and calls in for special equipment. Such explains why the film industry is a common client for these vehicles. Documentaries have also been made covering water bodies and explaining more of the aquatic life by use of the equipment.

The gas and oil industry are among the top purchasers of these equipment. Deep sea beds are most likely to be rich in oil and gas deposits. The drillers are able to monitor their activities at these depths through them. In case of oil spills, the vehicles are also used to determine the damage caused and possible ways for handling the situation.




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