Method and apparatus for robotic ocean farming for food and energy

This invention describes a robotic ocean farm that grows plants on a large grid in the open ocean. A submersible towing system, comprising tow boats at the front and reaction boats at the back, navigates the grid and keeps it taut, while also positioning it to surface for sunlight or submerge for nutrients. The claims specify that these tow boats include adjustable sails and keels for steering, and the system includes separate stations for harvesting and operational support.

Why it matters: Since 2008, significant advancements in autonomous marine robotics, AI-driven navigation, and energy efficiency for ocean vessels have made complex, self-steering ocean farms more technically feasible. Improved satellite communication and sensor technology also better support the remote coordination of multiple farms and harvesting stations.

Status: Not in forceListed as no longer active. The specific reason is not in the record we hold.
How hard to build: SpecializedMarine robotics, large-scale grid, autonomous navigation, buoyancy.

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