Marine vehicle systems and methods

摘要

Marine vehicle systems and methods are disclosed. The marine vehicle can be buoyancy controlled, enabling efficient, extended use of the marine vehicle. Buoyancy actuation can enable roll, pitch, and yaw of the marine vehicle, as well as translation in any direction. One or more elastic bladders can be disposed on or in the marine vehicle. The bladders can be selectively inflated and deflated to control movement of the marine vehicle.

主权项

1. A marine vehicle comprising:
a body; and a plurality of inflatable bladders; wherein at least one bladder of the plurality of inflatable bladders selectively inflates and deflates underwater to control movement, including forwards or backwards propulsion, of the marine vehicle.