Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Coastal Communities Eye Remote-Control Lifeguards

EMILY to the rescue.
- Photo Hydronalix Company

Sahaurita, AZ - The Hydronalix Company has introduced a remote controlled buoy that can power through waves to rescue distressed swimmers. The buoy is called EMILY (Emergency Integrated Lifesaving Lanyard). It is 4 feet long, can go 22 mph, and has an 800-yard recovery line.

According to Hydronalix, EMILY can reach distressed swimmers faster than human lifeguards. Even with a $10,000 price tag, some cities are looking at them and buying them such as Los Angeles - home of Baywatch.

Personally, I think it's odd that a company that specializes in water rescue equipment and maritime robotics is headquartered in the middle of the desert.

Check it out here: EMILY

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