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Smelcom Robotics
Custom engineering

Custom development of products and solutions to your spec

We turn a hard engineering problem into a finished product. We develop robotics, electronics, mechanics and software to the customer's technical specification - from a single module to a turnkey serial product. Formats: research (R&D) and engineering development. A team with a strong scientific and manufacturing background takes the project from research to a result that works in the field.

What we do

Areas of development

Robotics

We design and build robotic systems - underwater, surface and ground. We own the whole path: concept, prototype, testing, pilot and serial unit.

Electronics

Circuit design, PCB layout, embedded systems, power electronics, communication and telemetry channels - engineered for harsh conditions and a defined service life.

Mechanics

Mechanical design, structural and hydrodynamic analysis, pressure-tight housings, preparation for manufacturing - reliable and production-ready.

Software

Control software, machine vision and video analytics, operator interfaces, integration with the customer's hardware - software that takes the load off the operator.

How we work

Development to your spec

We work to the customer's technical specification: a single module, an upgrade or a complete turnkey product. No spec yet? We'll help you write one.

1

Task or spec

We take your technical specification or help you write one.

2

Estimate & plan

We assess scope, timeline and risks and propose a format - research or engineering development.

3

Development

Design, prototype, testing and iterations to a working solution.

4

Product & docs

A prototype, design documentation and preparation for manufacturing.

5

Support

Refinements, serial production and ongoing support.

Team

A strong team with deep experience

Engineers with a strong scientific and manufacturing background in robotics, electronics, mechanics and software. The team has over 145 papers in peer-reviewed journals and dozens of registered IP assets. Our own serial PROMETEY line is proof that we carry complex projects to a real result - not just to a pitch deck.

25+
software certificates
6
utility-model patents
45+
trade secrets
145+
scientific papers
Engagement formats

Research and development

Research & development

Research and experimental development: study, mock-up, prototype and technology validation - when the solution does not exist yet and has to be found.

Engineering development

Engineering development: design documentation, a working prototype and preparation for series - when the solution is clear and needs to become a product.

Track record

Completed projects

Some projects are under NDA. Public work is listed below; the list keeps growing.

Delivered

PROMETEY-M inspection ROV

Full cycle: mechanics, electronics, software and a serial mini-class vehicle.

Delivered

Machine vision and video analytics

Image-based navigation and real-time recognition of underwater defects.

Delivered

Ground control station and comms link

Operator console, telemetry and a secure vehicle control link.

Have an engineering challenge?

Describe the task - we'll estimate scope and timeline and propose a format (research or engineering development).