Skana Robotics Develops Communication Algorithms for Underwater Fleets

Skana Robotics has developed innovative decision-making algorithms for underwater robots, significantly advancing robotics communication technology. According to TechCrunch, the company's fleet management software, SeaSphere, enables underwater autonomous vessels to communicate over long distances without surfacing, mitigating exposure risks.

This capability allows individual units to adapt autonomously based on shared data, maintaining alignment with the fleet's mission. Co-founder Idan Levy highlighted that communication among vessels is a key challenge for multi-domain operations.

The algorithms, led by AI scientist Teddy Lazebnik, utilize older, more mathematically driven AI models for improved predictability and explainability, despite sacrificing some performance. Skana Robotics, founded in 2024 and recently exited stealth mode, is targeting government contracts in Europe, particularly amid rising maritime threats linked to geopolitical tensions.

They aim to release a commercial version of their technology by 2026, demonstrating its effectiveness in complex maneuvers.