When scientists wish to gather oceanographic data over long distances – but without disturbing marine life – autonomous "underwater gliders" are often used. A new one is claimed to be highly ...

Autonomous submersible probes and drones are of use to scientists all around the world for exploring the oceans. There are challenges with designing underwater drones and other autonomous underwater ...

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Autonomous underwater vehicles have become versatile tools for exploring the seas. But they can be disruptive to the environment or have trouble traveling through confined ...

With only an estimated 370 left of the North Atlantic right whale, scientists are using every tool in their toolbox to protect the critically endangered species. The latest potential game-changer for ...

Autonomous underwater gliders and vehicles have rapidly emerged as pivotal tools for marine exploration and environmental monitoring. By combining advanced sensor arrays, sophisticated control systems ...

Northrop Grumman introduces its first completed prototype Manta Ray Uncrewed Underwater Vehicle that it is developing for DARPA. The extra-large submarine glider is designed to carry out long-range ...

Observation systems in the Great Lakes generate information about weather, water conditions, ecosystems, nutrients, and more, throughout the Great Lakes. Russ Miller is getting those instruments, ...

In the cold, choppy waters of Alaska’s Resurrection Bay, all eyes were on the gray water, looking for one thing only. It wasn’t a spout from humpback whales that power through this scenic fjord, or a ...

Autonomous underwater vehicles have become versatile tools for exploring the seas. But they can be disruptive to the environment or have trouble traveling through confined spaces. Researchers are ...