Malaysia Pioneers Sustainable Aquaculture with Solar-Powered AquaRover Robots
MALAYSIA Monday, June 23, 2025, 02:00 (GMT + 9)
Innovative Technology Helps Fish Farms Modernize Practices, Improve Water Quality, and Reduce Labor Dependence KUALA LUMPUR – Several towns in Malaysia’s Pahang state have begun adopting AquaRover, a solar-powered robot, marking a significant step towards modernizing traditional aquaculture practices. This initiative, developed by a research team led by Dr. Archina Buthiyappan from the University of Malaya (UM), aims to integrate technology with sustainability in response to growing challenges in the fish farming sector. AquaRover is designed to help farmers monitor water quality, automate surface cleaning, and reduce dependence on manual labor. Equipped with high-precision sensors, the robot can track key parameters such as pH levels, temperature, and ammonia concentration. This information is transmitted in real-time, supporting disease prevention and optim... FULL STORY