Robotic submersible cleaning system
US8506719B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 23, 2010 |
| Grant date | Aug 13, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 16, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG05D1/0253
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A cleaning system includes a chassis supporting a propulsion system for propelling the cleaning system across a surface. At least one sensor of a first type is coupled to the chassis, and a surface engagement mechanism is configured to maintain the cleaning system coupled to the surface as the propulsion system propels the cleaning system across the surface. A cleaning device is coupled to the chassis and configured to abrade the fouling from the surface, and a controller coupled to the chassis and in signal communication with the propulsion system and the first sensor. The controller is configured to receive a signal from the at least one sensor of the first type and control the propulsion system in response to the signal.
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