Boya Gongdao Robotics Technology

Boya Gongdao Robotics Technology, also known as Robosea, is a high-tech enterprise based in Beijing, China, specializing in marine intelligent equipment. Founded in 2015 by Xiong Minglei, the company designs, develops, and produces underwater robots, unmanned boats, and underwater sports equipment. Minglei is also the founder of Robose.

The company's product portfolio serves various sectors including underwater monitoring, water rescue, underwater engineering, and consumer entertainment. One of its notable products is the ROBOSALVE-ROV PRO, an underwater robot designed for rescue missions. Boya Gongdao has also gained attention for its biomimetic robots, such as the Robo-Shark and Robo-Fish. The Robo-Shark is an autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) designed for intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance (ISR), and anti-submarine warfare, featuring a quiet, efficient fish-tail propulsion system. The Robo-Fish, modeled after the Arowana, is intended for aquariums and surveillance, boasting a battery life of 6-8 hours.

Boya Gongdao operates in both domestic and international markets, targeting clients in scientific research, inspection, military, and consumer sports. The company achieved profitability in 2019 and holds a significant share of the domestic market for underwater fire protection, at 70%. Its business model involves selling these advanced robotics and providing comprehensive solutions for underwater operations. The firm has raised a total of $15.3 million in funding over two rounds, with its latest Series C round in 2020 led by Lingzhong Capital.

Keywords: underwater robots, biomimetic drones, marine technology, autonomous underwater vehicle, unmanned surface vehicles, underwater surveillance, marine robotics, underwater inspection, ROV, AUV