Underwater Surveys Enter Society 5.0. FINDi Launches "FF2", an Underwater Drone for Confined Spaces

FINDi Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo) will begin taking pre-orders in June 2026 for the 'FINDi FF2' (hereafter 'FF2') underwater drone, which has been in development since 2024.

The FF2 acquires not only high-definition video data but also advanced data that can be utilized in cyberspace by integrating location information, trajectories, and more.

For the first year of sales in 2026, orders will be limited to just 10 units.

Development Background

Traditionally, underwater surveys for infrastructure facilities, pipelines, ships, and plants have primarily relied on manual labor by divers. However, human surveys pose problems regarding safety, quality, and cost.

In particular, human underwater surveys can only capture photographic records at arbitrary locations. Even when underwater drones were used, pinpointing the exact location of anomalies was inadequate, useful information was not converted into structured data, and creating reports required a significant amount of time.

To solve these issues, FINDi has been developing an underwater drone since 2024 aimed at 'streamlining everything from survey to reporting comprehensively.'

Features

The FF2 is designed for use in confined spaces and narrow environments. With a compact body of 374mm (W) x 478mm (H) x 612mm (L), it boasts high maneuverability, enabling stable surveys even in harsh environments.

The integrated survey support system visualizes the acquired location information, displaying and recording it on maps and drawings. The FF2's steering camera video and location information are saved in a synchronized state, ready for use when creating survey documents.

Compact Design A compact design that allows deployment through manholes.

High Maneuverability and Stability Stable navigation even in environments with currents.

Visualization Real-time visualization and recording of location data, navigation trajectories, video, and annotations.

From Survey to Report Creation Acquired data can be played back, edited, and exported as PDFs.

Anticipated Use Cases

Culvert Pipelines Utilizing its powerful maneuverability even in pipelines with currents to conduct surveys while keeping track of the filming location.

Inside Plant Facilities Films the gas-phase sections just like the underwater sections. Navigates safely even in confined spaces.

Ports, Oceans, and Dams Capable of reaching depths difficult for human divers. Can be deployed without needing special equipment.

Ships Films complex structures without blind spots. Adaptable to environments that were high-risk for conventional diving operations.

Details / Package Contents

Product Name: FINDi FF2 Suggested Retail Price: Open price Shipping Schedule: Sometime in 2026 Dimensions/Weight: 612mm / 478mm / 374mm, 24kg Maneuverability: Max depth 300m, max speed 4 knots, max operating time 9 hours Cable, Lights, Steering Cameras: 400m cable (standard), 8 lights at 12,000 lumens, 3 steering cameras Integrated Survey Support System: Supports confined spaces, 4TB storage capacity, PC/Tablet compatible, drawing import formats PDF/JPG/PNG, long-term measurement accuracy 1.01% Main Accessories: FINDi FF2 main unit, Integrated Survey Support System, imaging sonar, FFVirtual, 400m tether cable, dedicated hard case, dedicated cable reel, battery/charger, controller.

An all-in-one package that allows you to start underwater surveys immediately after introduction without needing additional equipment.

Moving forward, FINDi will proceed with developing functional expansions and automation technologies for the FF2, aiming for further efficiency and sophistication in underwater surveys.

Furthermore, we will promote the DX (Digital Transformation) of underwater surveys as a foundation for data utilization in infrastructure maintenance and the marine industry.

Quotes and Inquiries FINDi Co., Ltd. 34-2 Shiba 5-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-0014 Tel: 03-6324-4342 FAX: 03-6324-4358 Contact Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.findi.co.jp

* Society 5.0: A concept proposing a new future society that balances economic advancement with the resolution of social problems through a system that highly integrates cyberspace (virtual space) and physical space (real space).