The Ulyx is a Research robot developed by Ifremer, launched 2020.
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Ranked #42 of 69 in the Research standing.
See the standingWhere it has stood41 days · best #28 · worst #42
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Overview
Ulyx is an autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) designed for deep-sea exploration and oceanographic research. With a maximum diving depth of 6,000 meters and autonomy of 24-48 hours, this sophisticated robotic explorer conducts missions without pilot assistance. Equipped with advanced sensors for oceanographic sciences, high-resolution optical imaging with powerful flash, laser profiler for detailed relief mapping, and sonar capabilities to map 50-80 km² of seafloor surfaces, Ulyx actively modifies its trajectory based on detected data indices. It is the only autonomous vehicle in the French Oceanographic Fleet capable of reaching depths comparable to the remotely operated Victor 6000 and the manned Nautile submarine.
At a glance
- Built for sample handling
- Used across marine research and oceanography
- Programmed through ROS
- Sold in France
Buyer decision signals
Viability
First dives of Ulyx documented by Ifremer
Price
Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price
Availability
Specifications
Category: Research- Speed
- 2.05 m/s
- Weight
- 2,800 kg
- Battery
- 24 h
- Autonomy
- fully autonomous
- Launch year
- 2020
- Price
- Research platform
- Status
- active
Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price
Company profile
- Founded
- 1984
Detailed specifications
What it is built for4
- Applications
- sample handling
- Sub Category
- AUV (Autonomous Underwater Vehicle)
- Procedure Types
- deep-sea exploration, seabed mapping, underwater surveys, pipeline and subsea cable inspections, search and rescue operations[1][2][3][4]
- Industries Served
- marine research,oceanography
Movement & precision2
- Max Speed M S
- 2.0578
- Navigation Type
- hybrid
Controls & integration2
- Compatible Vision
- Prosilica GT 4905 camera,2 flash Ifremer
- Programming Interface
- code ros
Buying & support3
- Datasheet Url
- View Link
- Availability Status
- available
- Countries Available
- France
Who runs it· deployment evidence
No deployment evidence on file
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Add a deployment →Company milestones
- Jan 2022DeploymentFirst dives of Ulyx documented by Ifremer
- 2022MilestoneUlyx and DriX first joint mission
- 2022DeploymentIfremer first operational use of Ulyx
- 2022LaunchUlyx enters service for ocean sciences
- 2020FundingEquity interest in Forssea Robotics
- 2013DeploymentWRSC 2013 participation in Brest
- 1985PartnershipPartnered with Robert Ballard
- 1984MilestoneFounded
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the Ulyx?
- The Ulyx is developed by Ifremer.
- What type of robot is the Ulyx?
- The Ulyx is a Research robot made by Ifremer.
- How much does the Ulyx cost?
- Pricing for the Ulyx is not publicly listed — contact Ifremer for a quote.
- When was the Ulyx launched?
- The Ulyx was launched in 2020.
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