What comes to your mind when you think about drones? Is it a small device flying in the air and being controlled by a person with remote controllers?
Well, that truly is the gist of it.
The history of drone technology dates back to the 19th Century with wars and military operations using unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
Today, drone technology is being used for recreational purposes. From flying it in parks, making blogging footage, capturing unique wedding shots to using it for security and for locating fish schools.
The use of aerial and underwater drone technology for fishing purposes has created a market for anglers and fishing enthusiasts alike.
After years of research, testing and prototypes, has the machinery been perfected? Has it revolutionized the fishing practices?
Let’s find out!
Who’s Behind All The Fuss?
The PowerVision Group has been hailed as the true masterminds behind the underwater drone technology.
The tech company specializes in building UAV devices, smart drones, virtual reality goggles, etc. It operates globally with offices in Australia, China, Canada, Finland, Germany and United States.
Anatomy Of A High-Tech Underwater Fishing Drone
The versatile underwater fishing drone is made to withstand multiple aquatic environments including freshwater and saltwater seas and oceans.
The innovative technology uses an integrated sonar system to detect fish 100–130 ft. deep in the sea. It’s equipped with an onboard Wi-Fi and camera to capture better visuals.
By detecting the location of fish, anglers can easily sail to the area and drop their hook and bait and begin fishing.
There have been mixed reactions and emotions about the use of underwater drone technology in a sports activity.
Pros Of Underwater Drones
- They help fishermen and anglers catch more fish and abate the frustration of a failed fishing excursion.
- They help attract more young people as technological innovations make it more appealing with the use of drone and remote controllers.
- Virtual reality goggles can be connected to the drone camera to let people witness the exotic marine life.
- It might help in gathering more information about the underwater ecosystem.
- By monitoring the fish population, steps can be taken to safeguard the marine life.
Cons Of Underwater Drones
- It takes away the authentic and true meaning of sportfishing and may even be considered as cheating to use an electronic device to detect schools of fish.
- It could add to the exploitation of underwater species and increase their exposure to harmful electromagnetic rays.
It doesn’t matter if fancy drones help in locating and catching more fish. Nothing beats the experience of casting a fishing line and reeling in a live fish!
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