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robotic hull cleaner

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Created by warwickl > 9 months ago, 10 Nov 2013
warwickl
NSW, 2361 posts
10 Nov 2013 5:11PM
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Just read about a robotic hull cleaner in the Afloat magazine.

it's called Hulltimo, looking at a Web site it's not cheap but early days.

Anyone know more?

stonedpirate
WA, 248 posts
11 Nov 2013 8:35AM
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Interesting idea. I have seen them used on oil tankers and container ships. They use a magnet to connect to the hull and drive around like those robotic vacuum cleaners. I think on ships this size they are justified, but on small boats..

$100 to pay a diver every 3 - 6 months or $5K for this thing. Know what i would choose.



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