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Flyability Partners with the ROBINS Project to Help Fill Technology Gaps in Ship Inspections
Flyability is excited to announce its collaboration with the ROBINS Project (ROBotics technology for INspection of Ships), aiming to address critical gaps in current ship inspection technologies. This partnership highlights the growing role of robotics and autonomous systems in enhancing safety, efficiency, and accuracy in maritime inspections.
ROBINS is a joint initiative supported by the European Commission under the Horizon 2020 program. The project focuses on overcoming both technological and regulatory barriers that currently limit the widespread use of Robotics and Autonomous Systems (RAS) in ship inspections. By bridging these gaps, ROBINS aims to make RAS a viable and accepted alternative to traditional methods.
During the project, Flyability’s Elios 2 drone was extensively tested in some of the most challenging environments found inside ships—such as ballast tanks, forepeaks, and cofferdams. These spaces are often narrow, cluttered, and hazardous, making them difficult and risky for human inspectors to access.
The Elios 2 proved highly effective in these conditions. Inspectors were able to capture high-quality visual data, comparable to what could be obtained through conventional techniques. Enrico Carrara, Senior Technical Officer at RINA Services, S.p.A., noted, “We have tested the Elios 2 many times in the framework of the ROBINS project, and we had really amazing results.â€
Using the Elios 2 brings several key benefits:
- **Enhanced Safety**: Eliminates the need for personnel to enter dangerous confined spaces.
- **Cost Reduction**: Avoids the expense of building scaffolding or other temporary structures for access.
These advantages not only improve operational efficiency but also support long-term sustainability in the maritime industry.
On the regulatory side, ROBINS has worked to establish clear criteria for evaluating RAS systems against traditional inspection methods. Through controlled testing and standardized protocols, the project is helping to create a unified, objective framework for RAS adoption in ship inspections.
This effort aligns with recommendations from the International Association of Classification Societies, ensuring that new technologies meet the same rigorous standards as established practices.
For more information on how Flyability’s drones can transform ship inspections, visit the ROBINS website. This innovative project, funded by the European Union under grant agreement No 779776, represents a major step forward in the future of maritime technology.