The Nova Ray is a new type of remotely operated vehicle introduced to the public in 2003. It differs from other ROVs, due to its arcuate (bow-shaped) wing design.
The hydrodynamic design effectively uses water flow rather than resistance to maintain operational control under changing operating modes. The arcuate wing is stable under tow or with the vehicle's own thruster power.
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