The Robots Roaming the High Seas

The video explores Richard Jenkins' journey from breaking the land sailing speed record to founding Saildrone, a company that develops autonomous sailboats for ocean data collection. Saildrone's unmanned vessels, powered by wind and sun, are equipped with sensors to gather real-time data on ocean conditions, weather, and climate. The video highlights missions like studying El Nino effects and tracking great white sharks. Saildrone's innovative design, inspired by Jenkins' land sailing experience, allows it to withstand harsh ocean conditions, making it a cost-effective alternative to traditional research ships.

What is the purpose of the upcoming mission to the White Shark Cafe?

Explain how Jenkins' drones are designed to withstand harsh ocean conditions.

What are the future plans for the expansion of the Saildrone fleet?