Blue Nemo Test Model 2
Date2014
Object number00056205
NameModel
MediumFoam
DimensionsOverall: 380 × 1010 × 230 mm
ClassificationsVessels and fittings
Credit LineAustralian National Maritime Museum Collection Donated through the Australian Government's Cultural Gifts Program by Ocius Technology Ltd
DescriptionBlue Nemo Test Model 2, scale 5:1.
Foam model used in the development of the Ocius Technology Ltd series of Bluebottle unmanned surface vessels (USVs).HistoryScale test propulsion model used in the development of the Ocius Technology Ltd series of Bluebottle unmanned surface vessels (USVs) that use Rigid Opening Sails (ROS) and Hybrid Marine Power (HMP) in order to carry out operations in areas of oceanography, defence and security, hydrography, and oil and gas surveillance. This series of five test propulsion design models stand as innovative examples of USV watercraft propulsion design and sustainable oceanographic practice.
The Blue Nemo and subsequent series are part of the larger movement of ocean science technology moving towards safer and sustainable alternatives to explore, monitor and quantify our ocean environments. Similar technological strides include Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) becoming commercially accessible beyond their industrial realm. ROVs include technology like underwater drones that have replaced humans surveying and inspecting underwater infrastructure and environments. The advantages for scientific research and maritime industries allow greater safety for staff, higher output and coverage which can now include environments unsuitable for humans or too costly to work in.
SignificanceThis Blue Nemo test model represents a shift in ocean science technology towards safer and sustainable alternatives.
