The University of Essex created a self-guided autonomous robot fish called Robocarp. The goal of the robot is to be used as an aid in their underwater research. It can even respond to any changes in the environment.
This robot, which was developed by the UK based university, uses artificial intelligence, and is embedded with internal sensors allowing it to avoid any obstacles along its path. Currently, the robot fish can operate continuously for five hours.
The Robocarp, which made its debut in October 2005 at the London Aquarium, can travel at a speed of up to 20 inches per second, and stretches to nearly one and half feet long. Scientists at the university are now looking for ways to allow the fish to recharge when it is low on battery.
With Robocarp, scientists hope that one day it can be fully utilized to explore the seabed, do intensive underwater exploration and detect leaks in oil pipes. It can also be used to study the improvement of performance of underwater vehicles and as a way to countercheck water mines.
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