Commercial vessels anchor for days and often weeks at a time, during which time a watchman must check on the anchor every hour.

Anchored for Days. Ships anchor outside ports at anchorages, waiting to enter the port for days at a time. COVID-induced supply chain backup has led to packed anchorages around the world.

Hourly Visual Inspection. Due to international regulation, George is required to check the anchor every hour. Via radio, George reports both the direction AND slack in the chain to the bridge.

Night and Day, Rain or Shine. George must check on the anchor regardless of conditions. Due to international regulation, George is required to switch roles with another deckhand every 4 hours.

The ocean environment, even in anchorages, is unpredictable and detrimental to the entire shipping industry.

Sudden Current and Wind Changes. Weather-induced horsing motion can stretch the chain causing brakes or swivels to break. A lost anchor and broken anchor system carries a $2M replacement cost for the company.

Ship Swings. With the vessel acting as a giant sail, if the starboard chain moves outside 10 o'clock and 3 o'clock, it can scratch the side or the hull of the ship.

Anchor-Dragging. Due to invisible and undetectable currents and gusts of wind, chain tension increases, causing the chain itself to be lifted from the seabed. An unexpected and unnoticed dragging anchor can do all of the following:

(a) Damage nearby vessels at a busy anchorage.

(b) Exit the anchorage and damage oil, internet underwater pipes.

(c) Tarnish the seafloor.

(d) Wash ashore.

George Gets Hurt. Walking at the front of a huge vessel at night, in the rain, sleet, snow, and wind every 15 minutes is extremely dangerous.

PopEye provides a constant stream of information to the bridge, alerting the captain to any unforeseen changes.

24/7 Camera Replaces Watch Stander. At the bow of the vessel, we place a durable camera inside an anti-corrosive box attached to the ship. The solution analyzes the chain and transmits data continuously under all conditions.

Computer Vision Blows the Whistle. We utilize state-of-the-art computer vision to detect the chain movement, direction, and slack. Alerts are automatically triggered directly on the bridge when action is needed from the officer.