USV (Unmanned Surface Vehicle) is an autonomous unmanned vessel designed to operate on the water surface without direct human involvement. The device has been developed for environmental monitoring, water body research, and support for search and rescue operations.
The vessel is equipped with an electric motor, a rechargeable battery, a GPS navigation module, a remote control system, an autopilot, and an artificial intelligence-based data analysis system. The integration of these components enables the vessel to navigate on the water surface, follow predefined coordinates, and perform programmed tasks without continuous operator intervention.
One of the key features of the invention is its ability to process and analyze visual data using artificial intelligence technologies. A camera mounted at the front of the vessel is designed to monitor the water surface and surrounding environment in real time, capture images, and identify potentially hazardous situations. Intelligent analysis of the captured images helps assess changes in the surrounding environment and supports the operator’s decision-making process.
One of the primary applications of the device is environmental monitoring. The USV can be used to monitor the condition of lakes, reservoirs, canals, and other water bodies, collect data from designated areas, and investigate the physicochemical properties of water using additional sensors. The autonomous navigation system enables the vessel to follow predefined routes and systematically survey specific sections of water bodies.
The invention also has practical applications in search and rescue operations. The vessel can be used for remote observation of the water surface, visual search for people in the water, assessment of conditions in hazardous areas, and transmission of essential information to rescue services. AI-based image analysis can improve the efficiency of search operations and support preliminary surveillance in areas that may pose a risk to human rescuers.
The modular design of the USV allows its capabilities to be expanded in the future by integrating additional sensors, water quality measurement equipment, communication modules, and rescue equipment. This provides opportunities to adapt the device to a wider range of practical tasks and further enhance its technical capabilities.
In conclusion, this invention represents a promising technical solution that integrates GPS navigation, autonomous control, video surveillance, and artificial intelligence into a single system designed to support environmental monitoring of water bodies and search and rescue operations. The device enables remote data collection in aquatic environments, reduces the need for direct human involvement, and supports surveillance activities in hazardous conditions.
