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Robosys Unveils Next-Generation AI Autopilot, VOYAGER AI SMARTPILOT

Robosys Automation, the specialist vessel control systems and advanced maritime autonomy developer, has unveiled its new VOYAGER AI SMARTPILOT ™ software autopilot at the Autonomous Ship Expo in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Robosys’ VOYAGER AI SMARTPILOT is an intelligent and cost-effective software autopilot delivering effective dynamic positioning and station keeping for integration with Electric Propulsion systems for smaller commercial vessels.

Removing the limitations of traditional hardware autopilots that manage steering and course only, the VOYAGER AI SMARTPILOT software autopilot integrates with propulsion for speed control for single and double inboard engines, and single, double, triple, and quad outboards.

Developed by Robosys Automation, VOYAGER AI SMARTPILOT is an intelligent and affordable software autopilot software, providing effective station keeping and dynamic positioning for small boats operating with both traditional engines and e-propulsion systems.

VOYAGER AI SMARTPILOT is an intelligent and convenient software autopilot, removing the need for a hardware autopilot and its associated challenges. This innovative integrated boat control solution enables total peace of mind due to its cutting-edge navigation and manoeuvrability.

Whether integrating into a newbuild or retrofit craft, VOYAGER AI SMARTPILOT ™ delivers a fully functioning autopilot solution with smart features including Speed Control, Heading Hold, Active Loiter, Course Hold. Options include Vector Thrusting, Joystick Control, Remote Helm and Virtual Anchor. The autopilot can also be upgraded, including a Charting Application (Chart Plotter) enabling Waypoint Tracking, Route Following, GeoFencing, Obstacle Avoidance, Collision Avoidance, and Track Control; to deliver a vessel operating with full Autonomous Navigation utilising Robosys’ VOYAGER AI award-winning advanced autonomy suite.

Robosys’ VOYAGER AI SMARTPILOT is the ultimate cost-effective plug-and-play boating intelligent pilotage system, being robust, reliable, and delivering exceptional performance. VOYAGER AI SMARTPILOT™ autopilot software boasts industry-leading features combined with a straightforward and cost-effective integration, resulting in an extended craft lifespan, safer operating conditions, lower overheads, and improved environmental impact.

Aditya Nawab, CEO of Robosys Automation, comments: “We are delighted to unveil Robosys’ new intelligent software autopilot, VOYAGER AI SMARTPILOT™, which delivers dynamic positioning and station keeping for the growing E-Propulsion market. This new product in the VOYAGER AI suite of maritime software solutions remains true to the Robosys ethos of developing advanced vessel control systems, leading and supporting the evolution of nextgen maritime.”

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