Robotics in Maintenance Strategies (RIMS) has received further approvals from the Korean Register of Shipping for the use of UAS for surveys of confined spaces, the company announced on 19 February.
The use of UAS during survey operations allows users to carry out remote live on-screen object inspection rather than needing to bring in access equipment such as scaffolding and cherry pickers. With this certification, shipowners and managers will be able to carry out surveys in less time with reduced risk .
David Knukkel, CEO, RIMS said: ‘We have come a long way in our quest in the practical integration of drone technology in the world maritime surveying. Having now gained five class approvals over the past six months, it has demonstrated to us a major shift for the maritime world in both awareness and attitude.
‘These certifications are not achieved easily. The nature of class means the bar is high and obtaining these approvals rubber stamps, for us and our customers, that we provide a safe and accurate service, to the highest possible standard.’
As the dynamics of aerial combat rapidly evolve, Chinese scientists have engineered a sophisticated air separation drone model that can fragment into up to six drones, each capable of executing distinct battlefield roles and challenging the efficacy of current anti-drone defences such as the UK’s Dragonfire laser system.
Advancements in air defence technologies have begun to reshape aerial combat dynamics in the Middle East, as illustrated by recent events involving the Israeli Air Force and Hezbollah.
Both sides of the Russia-Ukraine war have been using UAS for effective low-cost attacks, as well as impactful web and social media footage. Thousands more have now been committed to Ukrainian forces.
The US Army has intentions to develop light, medium and heavy variants of the Robotic Combat Vehicle (RCV) as part of the branche’s Next Generation Combat Vehicle family.
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Funded by the country’s former president, the new C-UAS systems will be sent to the frontline where they have already been tested against Russian invading forces.
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