Deep Blue MicroROV Reaches Underwater Depths to 1000 Feet

VideoRay introduces the Deep Blue microROV, a remotely operated vehicle that reaches to depths of 1000 feet (305m) to study bottom communities and monitor aquatic communities short or long term.
It Deep Blue can be computer-controlled from a laptop PC to open new possibilities for gathering and analysing biological and physical data and has a built in SeaSprite scanning sonar.
The Deep Blue hosts the world's smallest sonar as a standard feature. This onboard scanning sonar helps depict bottom conditions and outcroppings and aids in navigation. The sonar can also be used to locate underwater targets, which can then be inspected visually for positive identification or using other sensors for further analysis. The Deep Blue can also host hull inspection software, thickness gauges, manipulators, and radiation sensors that can be quickly installed and configured in the field in minutes.
Foremost on the list of Deep Blue's features is the ability to now control the it from a laptop computer, using wired or wireless video game controllers. Using a computer as the controller creates unique opportunities for innovative interfaces and integration with other software programs.
In addition to the normal heads up display of basic dive parameters, data from sonar, positioning systems, or other sensors, can also be overlaid and/or recorded using one system.
Further integration will allow the Deep Blue to be piloted under software control for autonomous functionality.
Standard cameras include a forward-looking high-resolution colour camera (570 line/0.1 lux, wide angle lens), and a high-resolution, high-sensitivity black and white camera in the rear. The focus and tilt of the front camera can be adjusted with up to 160 degrees of tilt.