Hull Cleaning & Biofouling
Crawler-based cleaning systems that reduce fuel consumption and biofouling through autonomous operation.
The Problem
Marine biofouling on hulls significantly increases fuel consumption and emissions. Manual hull cleaning is costly, diver-dependent, and non-repeatable.
Overview
Autonomous crawler units remove marine growth and biofouling from ship hulls using suction brushes and waste collectors. This improves fuel efficiency, extends hull coating life, and minimizes environmental harm.
Goals
Fuel Efficiency
Removes drag-inducing biofouling to cut fuel use by up to 12%.
Eco Compliance
Prevents invasive species transfer and meets port cleaning regulations.
Zero-Diver Maintenance
Eliminates manual diver operations in risky underwater zones.
Key Benefits
Saves Fuel
Up to 12% improvement in propulsion efficiency post-cleaning.
Automated Cleaning
Crawler bots operate without divers or chemicals.
Real-Time Monitoring
Live visual feedback through Munneer OS dashboard.
How It Works
- Deploy crawler robot onto hull via crane or operator arm
- Brush and suction system removes fouling and stores waste
- Real-time monitoring via Munneer OS interface
- Retrieve bot post-operation and offload collected debris
Applications
Hull Maintenance
Routine cleaning to maintain performance and reduce emissions.
Environmental Compliance
Removes fouling without chemical agents or diver waste.
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