HydroCom
Innovative underwater communication system for divers
HydroCom is an innovative underwater communication device that combines advanced neural network and hydroacoustic technologies to provide reliable communication and crystal clear sound underwater.
Despite the variety of systems available, the problem of reliable and effective underwater communication remains unsolved. Hand and light signals are ineffective over long distances in poor visibility and require constant concentration. Modern communication systems, on the other hand, are all based on analog communications, making them vulnerable to interference and noise. In addition, their use requires full-face masks, which are bulky and restrict freedom of movement, and the inappropriate positioning of the microphone near the air supply leads to the capture of unwanted breath sounds.
That's why we created HydroCom, the world's first device to use digital signals for underwater communication, combining advanced neural network and hydroacoustic technologies. This enables crystal clear, interference-free audio, an operating range of up to 1,000 meters and complete freedom of movement - something the market has never seen before.
That's why we created HydroCom, the world's first device to use digital signals for underwater communication, combining advanced neural network and hydroacoustic technologies. This enables crystal clear, interference-free audio, an operating range of up to 1,000 meters and complete freedom of movement - something the market has never seen before.
Why HydroCom?
HydroCom allows communication not only between divers, but also between divers and teams on the surface, ensuring coordination and safety at all levels.
Crystal clear sound without interference
Due to our specialized algorithms, sound quality does not suffer from interference, ensuring clear and reliable communication underwater.
Comfortability and ergonomics
All it takes is a throat microphone, bone earpieces and a case designed with comfort in mind. HydroCom allows complete freedom of movement. The case attaches wherever it's convenient, such as on the tank or on your chest.
Integration with equipment
HydroCom integrates seamlessly with any diver's gear, requiring no additional skills or extra equipment.
Operating range
up to 1000m
up to 1000m
HydroCom provides reliable communication up to 1,000 meters, allowing divers to stay connected even over long distances.
Working depth
up to 100m
up to 100m
HydroCom operates at depths of up to 100 meters, ensuring stable communication even in extreme underwater conditions.
Up to 25 participants
online
online
HydroCom supports up to 25 participants in a network, which is useful for group diving and team coordination.
For whom?
HydroCom is suitable for professionals and recreational divers alike. HydroCom's reliable communication will help in any underwater environment.
- ProfessionalsHydroCom provides stable and high quality communications for demanding subsea operations and engineering tasks.
- AmateursHydroCom makes your dives safer and more fun by enabling you to communicate with your partners underwater.
- VideographersHydroCom is ideal for crew coordination, providing clear and stable communication between cameramen and divers.
- Rescuers and military personnelHydroCom provides reliable communications in critical situations, improving the effectiveness of rescue and military operations.
About the team
We are a team of engineers and programmers from Skoltech. We are in love with diving and new technologies.
- Dmitry ZatekinCEOMSc-1 Engineering Systems, Skoltech
Dmitry is an expert in underwater robotics with experience in CAD systems and development of underwater vehicles. He is the author of 17 scientific papers, including publications in SCOPUS and VAK. Dmitry also participated in the launch of 62 CubeSat satellites into Earth orbit as an engineer. He is a graduate of the Department of Underwater Robotics at Bauman Moscow State Technical University. - Maria MakarovaCTOMSc-1 Engineering Systems, Skoltech
Maria is an expert in digital signal processing. Maria has extensive experience in digital signal processing and analysis, development of neural network architectures. She is the author of algorithms for dynamic noise reduction and neural network speech recognition for HydroCom. She is a graduate of the Department of Multimedia Technologies and Telecommunications at MIPT. - Ilona BassetCFOMSc-1 Data Science, Skoltech
Ilona is an expert in data science and machine learning. She has expertise in economics, risk analysis and strategy development. She is a graduate of the Mathematics Department of Trinity College, University of Cambridge.
Our achievements
Our team has been recognized at a number of competitions, including winning prizes at the Triple Point site with the support of Skoltech. We are in the process of registering our company as an LLC and becoming residents of the Skolkovo Innovation Center.
Underwater communications market
We believe that HydroCom will become an integral part of every diver's gear. Our team is working hard to perfect the technology and we are proud of our achievements. HydroCom is the future of underwater communications and we invite you to be part of this innovative journey.
World market
Today, there are approximately 6 million active divers worldwide, including*:
6,600 PADI-certified centers and resorts
128,000 active PADI-certified divers.
The underwater communication systems market was valued at $3.3 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach $9.2 billion by 2031**.
6,600 PADI-certified centers and resorts
128,000 active PADI-certified divers.
The underwater communication systems market was valued at $3.3 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach $9.2 billion by 2031**.
Russian market
In our own country there are about 90,000 active divers and 800 diving clubs***.
*PADI. Who We Are. Available at:
https://www.padi.com/about/who-we-are
**Grand View Research. (2023). Accessed at: https://www.grandviewresearch.com
***Interagency Commission on Diving. (2009). Concept of development of diving in the Russian Federation for the period up to 2020. Moscow.
*PADI. Who We Are. Available at:
https://www.padi.com/about/who-we-are
**Grand View Research. (2023). Accessed at: https://www.grandviewresearch.com
***Interagency Commission on Diving. (2009). Concept of development of diving in the Russian Federation for the period up to 2020. Moscow.
Project stage
We are at the TRL-7 stage. So far, we have developed two prototype devices with a range of up to 1000 meters and a depth of operation of up to 30 meters (more depths are under development). HydroCom recognizes about 20 commands and we are actively working on full speech recognition, constantly improving our algorithms based on new data. HydroCom's starting price will be 200,000 rubles.
We are looking for investors to purchase materials for the first batch of devices and conduct pilot testing.
We are looking for investors to purchase materials for the first batch of devices and conduct pilot testing.
Do you have any questions? Contact us!
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In this video, we demonstrate how HydroCom works in real-world conditions. You will see how our device helps maintain clear and stable communication underwater, improving diver safety and coordination.
The throat microphone reads directly the vibrations of the diver's throat. The signal is processed using algorithms we have developed and voiced through the bone headphones.
The throat microphone reads directly the vibrations of the diver's throat. The signal is processed using algorithms we have developed and voiced through the bone headphones.
HydroCom in action
Questions? Recommendations?
Are you a diver who would like to take part in pilot tests? Or an investor interested in our project? We will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
Contacts
Email: contact@hydro-com.tech
TG: @dimchazty
TG: @dimchazty
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