Innovative Water Rescue Solution Introduced by Yellow Manta Team in Taiwan

In October, as the northeast monsoon season began in Taiwan, the Yellow Manta team initiated testing in the challenging sea conditions prevalent during this time of the year. Focusing their efforts on Taiwan's northeast coast, particularly the rugged shores of the Northeast Cape, the team explored solutions for water rescues.

The Northeast Cape is a typical rocky coastal area in Taiwan, posing challenges to traditional rescue methods such as conventional lifebuoys, Jet skis, and rubber boats due to the difficulty of swift and safe intervention. Recognizing this, the Yellow Manta team introduced a novel remotely controlled lifebuoy. 

The Yellow Manta, designed for remote operation, can swiftly approach a drowning individual at speeds of up to 5 m/s. Once in proximity, the device allows the person in distress to grasp onto it, enabling a controlled tow to shore or a secure wait for additional rescue support. 

Originating from Taiwan, an island surrounded by the vast sea on all sides, the Yellow Manta team is driven by the belief that people and the ocean can coexist harmoniously and joyfully. The creation of Yellow Manta aligns with their vision of fostering a safer maritime environment, ensuring swift and efficient water rescues to protect lives in challenging conditions.