Naveen Awasthi, Head of Operations, Naveen Awasthi said, “Both the AI-monitored camera-based systems can scan the surrounding environment, assess and detect risks, as well as provide real-time communication with lifeguards on duty. information can be shared.” Drishti Marine said.
Awasthi said that with Aurus, they would be able to better monitor the state’s vast coastline and manage congestion during peak hours.
Aurus is a self-driving robot developed to assist lifeguards by patrolling extensive non-swimming areas and alerting tourists during high tide.
“It has completed 110 hours of autonomous work, covering a distance of about 130 kilometers along the coast,” he said.
Triton, he said, would work closely with Aurus to provide comprehensive coverage of beaches.
Triton has completed 19,000 hours of run-time so far.
“New technology for monitoring the beaches has been incorporated to reduce the risks and increase the safety of people on the beaches,” he said.
Both the AI systems will be operated by ‘Tech Lifesavers’ stationed in the central control room. The control room team will decide which area Auras and Triton will patrol.
Onsite lifesavers have been trained to operate the Auras and Triton. Aurus Miramar stationed on the beach and Triton to the south Goa Beach Baina, Velsao, Benaulim and Galgibaga and on Morjim Beach in North Goa.
Drishti believes that the robotic and AI-based system for monitoring the beaches will be of great help during the peak season.
“With the new system, we hope to increase the efficiency level in beach surveillance and make our beaches more secure,” he said.
Drishti Marine plans to deploy 100 Triton and 10 Auras machines this year at various beaches.