One of the core ways we help support our customers’ missions is with our piloting services. So what exactly does a Wave Glider pilot do? Eric Niven, one of our most experienced Mission Support Specialists, and Marc Sallaberry, who leads our Mission Support Operations team, describe the pilot’s role and …Read more
How Does the Wave Glider Operate at High Latitudes?
July 19, 2017
Wave Gliders have completed missions all around the world, but some areas present more challenges than others. Operating at high latitudes can be one of the biggest tests. At high latitudes, the first thing we need to consider is the lack of sunlight. Without enough sunlight to fully recharge the …Read more
Mission Planning: Minimize Risk, Maximize Success
June 8, 2017
You wouldn’t launch a rocket without first putting together a detailed flight plan. It’s the same with the Wave Glider. Mission planning, including operational risk assessments, is a big part of how we help our customers ensure mission success. I sat down with Marc Sallaberry, who leads our Mission Support …Read more
Three Days at Wave Glider Training
June 1, 2017
When I first came to Liquid Robotics, I worked the night shift piloting Wave Gliders, and I had people calling in with all kinds of questions. That’s one of the reasons I volunteered to lead the training program. I’m very passionate about helping our customers get trained on their Wave …Read more
From Big Waves to Cold Water – Lessons Learned and Successes
May 15, 2017
AUVSI’s annual XPONENTIAL conference is evolving from one focused on just aerial vehicles to one that encompasses all unmanned systems. This year’s event offered a great opportunity to share lessons learned and successes from multiple years of unmanned vehicle operations in remote and harsh environments. Kellie Keller, Sr. Director of …Read more
