Marina Operating Model
The Parrotfish will operate from a base that functions as a docking station with shore power and wireless battery charging. From there it goes on regular (daily/weekly) routes to all boats that are using the Parrotfish antifouling system
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With its hydrodynamic design, large battery capacity and 4G/5G cellular connectivity it can move over large areas in between marinas, bays and private docks
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The drone is designed to handle parts of the operation autonomously, but is monitored and controlled remotely by an operator. As we gain experience, the operation will be gradually more autonomous.
Interaction with the boat
The cleaning module is attached under the Parrotfish, cleaning on the starboard side of the drone.
The drone follows a circling pattern around the boat. It starts with a visual inspection under/over the waterline and then removes the biofilm if the hull fulfils a set of predefined criteria such as (e.g.):
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Biofouling is still at a very early stage and can be removed without using a lot of force (when it starts looking like a forrest, it’s way too late for the Parrotfish. However, it can provide a video-clip with status of the hull)
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The surface or coating of the hull appear to be in acceptable condition
