The UC Vision team often have their office out in Tasman Bay, Nelson whilst scanning mussel ropes with an autonomous underwater ROV. The robot is lowered off the back of the boat and guided to the mussel ropes where it scans down the ropes and detects mussel sizes, health and any pests. It then comes back to the boat where it is lifted back onboard.

This research lead by Professor Richard Green will allow more frequent low-cost surveys. It will help minimise loss and optimise harvest timing.

See https://uwairobotics.co.nz for more details