Fleming College, a leader in applied research and environmental sustainability, is proud to announce its involvement in two groundbreaking research projects in collaboration with Canada’s Ocean Supercluster. These projects, led by Independent Robotics, aim to revolutionize sustainable aquaculture practices using advanced technologies like artificial intelligence and robotics.

One of the projects, called the Autonomous Robotics for Aquaculture Project, seeks to develop a complete autonomous system that can provide the aquaculture industry with valuable data on fish health, inventory, infrastructure, and water quality. By integrating robotics, data analytics, and remote monitoring systems, this project will enable more efficient and sustainable aquaculture operations. The project has received $1 million in funding from Canada’s Ocean Supercluster, with additional support from other project partners.

The second project, known as the Visual Assessment of Aquaculture Pens Project, focuses on developing visual assessment capabilities for Independent Robotics’ Aqua2 autonomous underwater vehicle. This technology will allow for autonomous observation, monitoring, and assessment of aquaculture net pens and the fish within. By leveraging artificial intelligence and visual processing, this project aims to improve the efficiency and accuracy of aquaculture monitoring processes. It has received $150,000 in funding from Canada’s Ocean Supercluster.

“Through our Centre for Innovative Aquaculture Production and Centre for Advancement in Mechatronics and Industrial Internet of Things, Fleming College is dedicated to driving innovation and sustainability in the aquaculture industry,” said Maureen Adamson, President of Fleming College. “We are excited to contribute our expertise and resources to these research projects, which have the potential to revolutionize the way aquaculture is conducted.”

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: What is the Autonomous Robotics for Aquaculture Project?
A: The Autonomous Robotics for Aquaculture Project aims to create a fully autonomous system that can provide valuable data on fish health, inventory, infrastructure, and water quality in the aquaculture industry.

Q: What is the Visual Assessment of Aquaculture Pens Project?
A: The Visual Assessment of Aquaculture Pens Project focuses on developing visual assessment capabilities for underwater vehicles, allowing for autonomous observation, monitoring, and assessment of aquaculture net pens and the fish within.

Q: How is Fleming College contributing to these projects?
A: Fleming College’s Centre for Innovative Aquaculture Production and Centre for Advancement in Mechatronics and Industrial Internet of Things are collaborating with Independent Robotics on these research projects, providing expertise and resources to further advancements in sustainable aquaculture practices.

Q: What is Canada’s Ocean Supercluster?
A: Canada’s Ocean Supercluster is an organization focused on accelerating the development and commercialization of ocean solutions. It provides funding and support to innovative projects in areas such as energy transition, food security, future of transport, and climate change.