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Deep-sea robot VY150 begins South China Sea expedition

The VY150, a deep-sea work robot developed by Shandong Future Robot in collaboration with Harbin Institute of Technology, has begun an expedition in the South China Sea. This remotely operated vehicle (ROV) is designed for depths of up to 4,500 meters and is equipped with a seven-axis robotic arm. Its journey commenced on September 28th from Weihai. AI

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Deep-sea robot VY150 begins South China Sea expedition

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  1. Pandaily TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Pandaily) ·

    Shandong Future Robot and HIT Send VY150 Deep-Sea Work Robot on South China Sea Expedition

    The VY150 work-class ROV, built by Shandong Future Robot with Harbin Institute of Technology, left Weihai on Sept. 28 for South China Sea trials. It is rated to 4,500 m and carries a seven-axis arm.