Mini NASA Robot Takes a SWIM
November 25, 2024
(Pasadena, CA) – NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) has successfully tested a new miniaturized robot designed to explore the depths of the ocean. The robot, called SWIM (Submersible Water Investigative Machine), is about the size of a soda can and is equipped with a variety of sensors and cameras to collect data on the ocean environment.
SWIM was recently tested in the JPL Deep Space Simulator, a large vacuum chamber that can simulate the extreme conditions of space. The robot was submerged in a tank of water and subjected to a variety of tests, including swimming, diving, and collecting data.
“SWIM performed flawlessly during the tests,” said JPL engineer Rob Buckingham. “We’re very excited about the potential of this robot to explore the vast and unexplored regions of the ocean.”
SWIM is designed to be deployed from a variety of platforms, including submarines, ships, and aircraft. The robot can operate autonomously for up to 12 hours and can travel up to 100 meters deep.
SWIM is equipped with a variety of sensors and cameras to collect data on the ocean environment. These sensors include a temperature sensor, a pressure sensor, a conductivity sensor, and a pH sensor. The robot also has a high-definition camera and a low-light camera.
SWIM data can be used to study a variety of oceanographic phenomena, including ocean currents, water temperature, and salinity. The robot can also be used to collect samples of water and sediment.
“SWIM is a powerful tool that will allow us to explore the ocean in ways that have never been possible before,” said JPL scientist Dr. Kennda Lynch. “We’re eager to see what SWIM discovers.”
SWIM is scheduled to be deployed on its first mission in 2025. The robot will be used to explore the Mariana Trench, the deepest part of the ocean.
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