SEARCH AND RESCUE AUTONOMOUS VESSEL

Abstract

Search and rescue operations in maritime environments are critical for saving lives and ensuring the safety of individuals in distress. The advancement of autonomous technologies has led to the development of Search and Rescue Autonomous Vessels (SRAVs), which have the potential to revolutionize the efficiency and effectiveness of such operations. This paper presents an example of the design, capabilities, and challenges associated with SRAVs. The integration of various sensors, communication systems, and artificial intelligence algorithms allows these vessels to navigate autonomously, detect and identify distress signals, locate survivors, and provide immediate assistance. Also, there are presented results from testing the SRAV and future development perspective.