Spring Energized Seals in Autonomous Underwater Vehicles Advancements in software and sensor development have also led to an increased number of autonomous vehicles employed in the field. Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUV) have distinct advantages over similar remotely operated vessels. With the ability to operate independently, AUV’s eliminate the need for any kind of hardline tether or direct communication with a pilot on the deployment vessel. This greatly extends their range and reduces operating costs. AUV’s have seen growth in usage across a wide variety of industries due to these recent advancements. Commercially, the oil and gas industry has made extensive use of AUV’s in seafloor surveying. Properly mapped areas not only detail new potential off-shore drilling sites but can also

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