Date: Jun 25, 2015 Source: SBIR.gov (
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Let's face it -- Baywatch probably wouldn't have been as popular if robotic, life-saving USVs were cast out to sea in lieu of beautiful lifeguards.
But for drowning victims, every second matters, and with speeds capable of up to 20 mph, these machines are fast becoming the preferred method of rescue operations worldwide. The Emergency Integrated Lifesaving Lanyard, called EMILY for short, was created by the team at Hydronalix during its Phase I SBIR work with the Navy, beginning in 2009.
While originally focusing on vehicle vessels for the fleet, the Arizona-based small business had the idea to create a life-saving device for drowning victims. The result was a highly durable device designed to race to the victim, even through heavy surf. The deep, 22-degree hull is designed to track straight during wave breaching. EMILY is able to survive impact at full speed or in surf with rocks, reef, or pilings.
Read More https://www.sbir.gov/sites/default/files/SBAsuccess_Hydronalix.pdf
