Special / Extreme Environments Mobile Robot (AGV/AMR) Research Institute Collaborative Autonomous Vehicle / UGV
New 10-watt antenna helps underwater robots communicate across 2,296 feet
Original from InterestingEngineering.com: New 10-watt antenna helps underwater robots communicate across 2,296 feet

New 10-watt antenna helps underwater robots communicate across 2,296 feet

Researchers have developed an innovative antenna system aimed at enhancing communication between underwater robots, particularly in challenging environments such as murky waters. This advancement comes as part of ongoing efforts to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of robotic operations in marine settings. The new system was unveiled during a technology conference held in San Diego on October 15, 2023.

The motivation behind this development stems from the increasing reliance on underwater robots for various applications, including environmental monitoring, search and rescue missions, and marine research. Traditional communication methods often struggle in low-visibility conditions, which can hinder the performance of these robots.

The newly designed antenna system utilizes advanced signal processing techniques to facilitate clearer and more reliable communication between multiple robots operating simultaneously. By overcoming the limitations posed by murky water, this technology promises to enhance collaborative efforts among underwater robots, leading to improved outcomes in their respective missions.

As the demand for autonomous underwater vehicles continues to grow, this breakthrough could play a crucial role in advancing the capabilities of marine robotics, ultimately contributing to better data collection and exploration of underwater environments.

RobotToday Initiative

Robotics needs a service framework.

RSF defines a common language for robot service capability, lifecycle operations, certification pathways, and service-provider networks.

Share

Related Articles/News

ROBOTTODAY WEEKLY September 7 – 11, 2026

ROBOTTODAY WEEKLY September 7 – 11, 2026

This week in robotics: JD.com plans to deploy three million robots across its logistics network, XPeng commissions its IRON humanoid production line, FANUC and Google launch an AI arc-welding agent, and Unitree shares fall 53% from their post-IPO high. September 7–11, 2026.

RobotToday Weekly
Quadruped Robot Competition Opens for Participants to Showcase Specialized Applications

Quadruped Robot Competition Opens for Participants to Showcase Specialized Applications

A new competition has been announced, inviting participants to demonstrate the capabilities of quadruped robots in specialized scenarios. This event is designed to challenge the limits of robotic applications and encourage innovation within the industry. The significance of this competition lies in its potential to advance the development of robotic techn...

Quadruped Robots Robotics Competition Specialized Applications
MIT Schwarzman College of Computing Initiates AI Educators Pilot to Enhance Teaching Across Disciplines

MIT Schwarzman College of Computing Initiates AI Educators Pilot to Enhance Teaching Across Disciplines

This summer, the MIT Schwarzman College of Computing hosted the inaugural AI Educators Pilot, a weeklong workshop designed to enhance the teaching of artificial intelligence across various disciplines. Faculty from institutions in Greater Boston, South Carolina, West Virginia, and Texas participated, exploring how to adapt AI and machine learning concepts...

Special events and guest speakers Classes and programs Education, teaching, academics
Insights from the 2026 World Robot Conference: Specialized Robots Gain Traction Over General-Purpose Models

Insights from the 2026 World Robot Conference: Specialized Robots Gain Traction Over General-Purpose Models

At the 2026 World Robot Conference, a clear trend emerged indicating that the embodied intelligence industry is shifting focus from creating general-purpose robots to developing specialized solutions that deliver real value in specific scenarios. Innovations in areas such as garment sewing, biomedical applications, and airport luggage handling highlight t...

Specialized Robots Industrial Automation Biomedical Robotics
DEEP Robotics' Lynx Robot Operates in Extreme 55°C Desert Conditions

DEEP Robotics' Lynx Robot Operates in Extreme 55°C Desert Conditions

DEEP Robotics has released a video showcasing its Lynx wheeled-legged robot navigating extreme desert terrains, including soft sand and steep slopes. The robot's design combines wheeled movement for efficiency on flat surfaces with adjustable jointed legs for overcoming obstacles, making it suitable for narrow spaces like vineyards. The Lynx series operat...

Robotics Industrial Automation Extreme Environment Technology
China’s Dexterous Hand Industry, 2026 Part 3 — The Players

China’s Dexterous Hand Industry, 2026 Part 3 — The Players

Five vendor archetypes, MIR’s composite top ten, eight company profiles and six field deployments — every firm linked to the RobotToday supplier directory.

Components and Hardware Humanoids
Why Pittsburgh Compressed 12 Events Into One Week | StartUP PGH 2026

Why Pittsburgh Compressed 12 Events Into One Week | StartUP PGH 2026

Pittsburgh companies raised $2.29 billion last year, but the region's own investors have just $23.2 million left to deploy, less than one average deal. StartUP PGH 2026, opening September 14 with 250-plus robotics exhibitors and 65-plus pitching startups, is built to bring outside investors to town.

Market and Business News Events
RobotToday Weekly Briefing August 31 – September 4, 2026

RobotToday Weekly Briefing August 31 – September 4, 2026

This week in robotics: NVIDIA agrees to buy Hugging Face for $12.93 billion, Figure signs a $3.5 billion compute deal with Nscale for up to 100,000 GPUs, Tesla launches steering-wheel-free Cybercabs in Austin under NHTSA scrutiny, and Uber and Wayve bring the UK its first autonomous rides. August 31 – September 4, 2026.

RobotToday Weekly
Teradyne’s IP Offensive and the Next Phase of Cobot Competition

Teradyne’s IP Offensive and the Next Phase of Cobot Competition

Teradyne Robotics filed two European IP actions against Chinese cobot makers Elite Robots and JAKA within six months of 2026. This briefing maps the timeline, the differences between the cases, each side’s position, and what it signals about collaborative robot market competition.

Standards and Regulations Market and Business News
China’s Dexterous Hand Industry, 2026 Part 1 — The Demand Picture

China’s Dexterous Hand Industry, 2026 Part 1 — The Demand Picture

MIR Databank puts China dexterous hand shipments above 30,000 units in 2026, yet only 3.5% of 2025 demand came from factory production. Part 1 of 3.

Components and Hardware Humanoids
Public Backlash Grows Against Data Center Expansion Across Asia Amid Energy Concerns

Public Backlash Grows Against Data Center Expansion Across Asia Amid Energy Concerns

Residents and community groups across Asia, from Australia to India, are increasingly opposing the establishment of large AI data centers due to concerns over their impact on local electricity supplies and community well-being. In Moss Vale, Australia, opposition began within a local WhatsApp group, highlighting grassroots resistance to the energy demands...

New Underwater Drone Technology Promises Enhanced Stealth and Tracking Challenges

New Underwater Drone Technology Promises Enhanced Stealth and Tracking Challenges

Recent advancements in military technology have led to the development of a missile-armed underwater drone that is expected to be quieter and harder to track than traditional submarines. This innovation aims to enhance naval capabilities and improve operational effectiveness in various combat scenarios. The significance of this underwater drone lies in it...

Military

Related Suppliers

DRT Co.,Ltd.

South Korean drone manufacturer specializing in cleaning drones, defense drones, and drone software for safety-critical environments.

Easy Aerial

US drone-in-a-box maker delivering NDAA-compliant tethered and free-flight autonomous UAS for defense, security, and critical infrastructure.

Eelume

Norwegian AUV startup offering snake-like autonomous underwater robots for subsea inspection, maintenance, and mine countermeasures.

The Mobile Robot Company

Danish startup founded by ex-MiR and Geekplus veterans, won a 2026 IFOY AWARD for its J1600 self-driving pallet jack.

AMR Integration

U.S. autonomous mobile robot integrator delivering turn-key AMR deployments using MiR, AGILOX and Universal Robots platforms.

Robot Center

UK-based collaborative and service robotics provider supplying AMRs, cobots, and inspection robots to public and private sector organizations.

Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) 工業技術研究院

Taiwan's leading government-backed applied R&D institute driving industrial and robotics innovation.

Education & Research Industrial Manufacturing Robot Manufacturer

Korea Aerospace Research Institute

South Korea's national government aerospace R&D institute leading space launch vehicles, satellite systems, UAVs, and aviation research.

MBARI (Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute)

US deep-sea research institute developing AUVs and ROVs for ocean exploration, including Ventana, Doc Ricketts, and Tethys.

Collaborative Robotics

Maker of Proxie, a swerve-drive autonomous mobile manipulator that moves materials alongside people without facility changes.

Massachusetts Technology Collaborative

Massachusetts state agency fostering technology and robotics innovation through funding, partnerships, and the MassRobotics Accelerator.

Education & Research Collaborative Software & Algorithm Provider

Azalea Robotics

Berkeley-based YC-backed startup building fully-mobile collaborative robots for autonomous airport baggage handling on ramps and in terminals.

inJoin the RobotToday community on LinkedIn

Daily robotics news, in-depth analysis, conference highlights, and discussions with professionals worldwide.