Two Norwegian firms are developing a new underwater power and data connection system that should reduce costs and improve efficiency of vessel-based offshore Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) operations.
DOF Subsea and WiSub are cooperating on the development and testing of WiSub’s pinless connection systems.
WiSub’s patented, pinless connection systems deliver power and data electromagnetically across a seawater gap.
This relaxes mating tolerances and eliminates short-circuit possibilities.
Connection and reconfiguration of ROV systems can be performed both on-deck and at the subsea work site.
The absence of pins allows unlimited mating cycles even while powered.
Frode Eidheim, managing director of DOF Subsea Norway AS, said: “We look forward to working with WiSub on this innovative and exciting technology.
“We already see many areas where our operations can be made simpler, safer and more cost effective using this technology and the clients we have spoken to share that view.”
Mark Bokenfohr, chief executive of WiSub, added: “We’re excited to be collaborating with DOF Subsea to develop a standard for connection subsea, which we see as a key enabler for the optimization and eventual automation of the subsea factory.
“This direct collaboration sharpens our focus and will help ensure that we meet client expectations from our products.”
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