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Mission Specialist Defender

Built by VideoRay · United States

Updated May 2026·methodology
Mission Specialist Defender

Overview

ROV designed for greater control, heavier payloads and demanding intervention tasks. Built for critical underwater operations requiring robust performance and reliability in challenging conditions.

Specifications

Category: Research
Payload
5 kg
Reach
850 mm
Speed
1 m/s
Weight
17.2 kg
Autonomy
teleoperated
Launch year
2018
Price
$126,000
Status
active

Detailed specifications

Other17
Sub Category
underwater ROV
Max Speed M S
2.11
Contact Emails
sales@universal-robots.com,info@universal-robots.com,support@universal-robots.com
Fleet Software
UR+ Ecosystem
Force Limiting
true
Operating Temp
0-50°C
Company Country
US
Lead Time Weeks
4
Setup Time Hours
3
Youtube Video Id
tMDCMdZHo4U
Compatible Vision
Robotiq Wrist Camera,OnRobot Eyes
Software Platform
Greensea Systems / Seebyte control software (third-party)
Training Required
basic_<1day
Compatible Grippers
Robotiq 2F-85,OnRobot RG2,Piab suction
Countries Available
Worldwide
Programming Interface
code_python,code_ros
Additional Information
Designed for precise control and heavy payloads, suitable for demanding intervention tasks such as unexploded ordnance (UXO) disposal and fish farm net cleaning.,Third-party integration with Greensea Systems and Seebyte navigation/control software enhances capability for dangerous missions.,Modular design enables easy maintenance and seamless integration with various sonar, positioning, navigation, sensor, and tooling accessories.,Notable deployments include the Costa Concordia salvage project, Rozalia Project for marine debris/microplastic research, and Proceanic for oil & gas missions.,Partnerships with Blueprint Subsea, Teledyne, Tritech, Cygnus Instruments, Atlantas Marine, Impact Subsea, YSI, and Blueprint Labs for accessory ecosystem.,Available for purchase; pricing inferred as 40-80K USD based on industrial ROV market and 'Request a Quote' call-to-action.,ROS and Python programming interfaces mentioned via third-party software; no explicit teach pendant or drag-and-drop.,Underwater ROV (remotely operated vehicle) - tethered, not autonomous.

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