The SeaSafe Simulation project is an interactive, real-time simulation that showcases a robotic system designed to clean the ocean. In this simulated environment, a fleet of specialized robots—Gary robots, OilSafe robots, and Gammabots—work collaboratively to remove pollutants like plastics, abandoned fishing nets, and oil spills from the ocean.

Gary robots focus on collecting general ocean litter, while OilSafe robots are optimized for targeting and cleaning oil spills. Gammabots act as support units, providing recharging services to the other robots to maintain efficient and continuous cleaning operations. Each robot has specific features, such as storage capacity limits, energy requirements, and recharging protocols. Once storage is full, robots return to a central point to deposit collected pollutants, ensuring that their resources are managed effectively.

Additionally, the simulation incorporates a reactive shark that occasionally appears, adding a dynamic element. The nearby robots emit a sonar pulse to scare the shark away, causing it to speed up and flee in the opposite direction.

The simulation leverages animation and movement logic to create a realistic ocean-cleaning operation and visually demonstrates the potential of robotics in environmental conservation. SeaSafe serves as an engaging educational tool, highlighting robotics’ role in promoting cleaner oceans and aligning with global sustainability goals.