{"id":11757,"date":"2024-03-07T11:21:25","date_gmt":"2024-03-07T10:21:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fei-online.com\/?p=11757"},"modified":"2024-03-07T11:21:25","modified_gmt":"2024-03-07T10:21:25","slug":"netwave-project-uses-ultrasonic-technology-to-clean-up-aquaculture","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fei-online.com\/netwave-project-uses-ultrasonic-technology-to-clean-up-aquaculture\/","title":{"rendered":"NetWave project uses ultrasonic technology to clean up aquaculture"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id='av_section_1'  class='avia-section main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-bg-style-scroll  avia-builder-el-0  avia-builder-el-no-sibling   container_wrap fullsize' style=' '  ><div class='container' ><main  role=\"main\" itemprop=\"mainContentOfPage\"  class='template-page content  av-content-full alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-11757'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<div class=\"flex_column av_one_fifth  flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding first  avia-builder-el-1  el_before_av_three_fifth  avia-builder-el-first  \" style='border-radius:0px; '><section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p style=\"text-align: center\"><div id=\"ads-slider-28\" class=\"custom-slider ads-slider-258042852 ads-slider\"><ul><li><!--Begin ClixTrac.com Banner Code -->\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/clixtrac.com\/goto\/?308404\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/clixtrac.com\/banner\/308404.jpg\" alt=\"Free from food\" title=\"Free from food\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a>\r\n<!--End ClixTrac.com Banner Code --><\/li><li><!--Begin ClixTrac.com Banner Code -->\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/clixtrac.com\/banner\/click.php?banner=302805\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\r\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/clixtrac.com\/banner\/302805.jpg\" alt=\"LUBRIPLATE\" title=\"LUBRIPLATE\" border=\"0\" width=\"120\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a>\r\n<!--End ClixTrac.com Banner Code --><\/li><li><div style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center; \" id=\"ads-1134423\"><!--Begin ClixTrac.com Banner Code -->\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/clixtrac.com\/banner\/click.php?banner=297426\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\r\n<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" src=\"https:\/\/clixtrac.com\/banner\/297426.jpg\" alt=\"Click here for more information!\" title=\"Click here for more information!\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a>\r\n<!--End ClixTrac.com Banner Code --><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><script>( window.advanced_ads_ready || jQuery( document ).ready ).call( null, function() {var $adsslider258042852 = jQuery( \".ads-slider-258042852\" );$adsslider258042852.on( \"unslider.ready\", function() { jQuery( \"div.custom-slider ul li\" ).css( \"display\", \"block\" ); });$adsslider258042852.unslider({ delay:5000, autoplay:true, nav:false, arrows:false, infinite:true });$adsslider258042852.on(\"mouseover\", function(){$adsslider258042852.unslider(\"stop\");}).on(\"mouseout\", function() {$adsslider258042852.unslider(\"start\");});});<\/script><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><div class=\"flex_column av_three_fifth  flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding   avia-builder-el-3  el_after_av_one_fifth  el_before_av_one_fifth  \" style='border-radius:0px; '><section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p style=\"text-align: center\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><header class=\"entry-content-header\"><h1 class=\"post-title entry-title\" itemprop=\"headline\">NetWave project uses ultrasonic technology to clean up aquaculture<\/h1><span class=\"post-meta-infos\">\/ <span class=\"blog-categories minor-meta\">in <a href=\"https:\/\/fei-online.com\/category\/featured-articles\/\" rel=\"tag\">Featured Articles<\/a> <\/span><\/span><\/header>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><h3>Aquaculture is often overrun with unwanted visitors. The accumulation of marine microorganisms on infrastructure is known as biofouling, and it brings a range of problems, including harmful environmental impacts, degradation of equipment, and increasing labour needs.<\/h3>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>Current removal methods account for up to 20% of costs for aquaculture farms. Biofouling can cause excessive loads, clog up cage nets and prevent the circulation of oxygen-rich water. Maintenance can require cleaning with robots, divers or pressurised water jets, which have high costs and can affect fish welfare and production. Other options include biocide chemicals, some of which are soon to be phased out; and net replacement, which can stress and kill fish.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<div   class='hr hr-default   avia-builder-el-7  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_image '><span class='hr-inner ' ><span class='hr-inner-style'><\/span><\/span><\/div><br \/>\n<div  class='avia-image-container  av-styling-    avia-builder-el-8  el_after_av_hr  el_before_av_hr  avia-align-center '  itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\"  ><div class='avia-image-container-inner'><div class='avia-image-overlay-wrap'><img class='avia_image' src='https:\/\/fei-online.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/03\/shutterstock_572515666-scaled.jpg' alt='' title='Sea,Fish,Farm.,Cages,For,Fish,Farming,Dorado,And,Seabass.' height=\"760\" width=\"2560\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\"  \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n<div   class='hr hr-default   avia-builder-el-9  el_after_av_image  el_before_av_textblock '><span class='hr-inner ' ><span class='hr-inner-style'><\/span><\/span><\/div><br \/>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p>The EU-funded NetWave project &lt; www.netwavesystem.eu &gt; has developed a promising new alternative: a technology that uses ultrasonic wave technology to prevent biofouling, increasing operational efficiency and reducing environmental and ecological damage. The technology uses a smart farming application to function autonomously, and brings a digital edge to Europe\u2019s aquaculture industry. \u201cNetWave\u2019s technology stands out in the market due to its chemicalfree approach, efficiency in preventing biofouling, longevity of effect, reduced environmental impact, and integration with advanced monitoring systems,\u201d explains Sinem Zeytin, postdoctoral researcher at the Alfred Wegener Institute Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research (AWI) in Germany and NetWave project researcher.<\/p>\n<p>The proposed technology called NetWave, developed along with partners NESNE and SOFCHEM, deters microorganisms from attaching to aquaculture structures and materials. The system is already in use as an alternative to antifouling coating on boat hulls and has shown promising results. Unlike boat hulls, fish farm nets are soft and supple, so the team had to adapt the technology to create a sweeping but focused effect. The team tested several prototypes in controlled environments, validating and improving the technology\u2019s ability to prevent biofilm formation. Engagement with fish farm operators, industry associations and technology providers generated valuable real-world insights. The technology was then upscaled to create commercially viable systems.<\/p>\n<p>The NetWave team also conducted field trials in T\u00fcrkiye to assess the technology in real-world settings, and to test its effects on the high-value European sea bass. Commercial aquaculture fish farm staff monitored the ultrasound device system, and recorded fish behaviour and feed intake each day. In addition, the AWI team assessed health parameters such as growth and immune responses. A total of 200 European sea bass were sampled for further laboratory analyses. \u201cOverall, growth, feed intake and behaviour of European sea bass were unaffected,\u201d notes Zeytin.<\/p>\n<p>The most significant outcomes of the NetWave project include the successful development of the system, and the validation of its efficacy, improved operational efficiency, and environmental sustainability. \u201cThese outcomes collectively position NetWave as a productive system in the aquaculture industry, offering a sustainable and efficient solution to prevent biofouling, enhance productivity and promote responsible aquaculture practices,\u201d adds Zeytin. Following the success of the project, the team will now shift focus towards the next phases aimed at bringing the technology to the commercial market. \u201cPlans are in place to introduce the ultrasonic antifouling system to aquaculture stakeholders, including fish farm operators and industry partners,\u201d says Zeytin.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<div  class='av-social-sharing-box  avia-builder-el-11  el_after_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-last  av-social-sharing-box-minimal '><div class='av-share-box'><h5 class='av-share-link-description av-no-toc '>Share this<\/h5><ul class='av-share-box-list noLightbox'><li class='av-share-link av-social-link-facebook' ><a target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Share on Facebook\" href='https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https:\/\/fei-online.com\/netwave-project-uses-ultrasonic-technology-to-clean-up-aquaculture\/&#038;t=NetWave%20project%20uses%20ultrasonic%20technology%20to%20clean%20up%20aquaculture' aria-hidden='false' data-av_icon='\ue8f3' data-av_iconfont='entypo-fontello' title='' data-avia-related-tooltip='Share on Facebook' rel=\"noopener\"><span class='avia_hidden_link_text'>Share on Facebook<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class='av-share-link av-social-link-twitter' ><a target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Share on Twitter\" href='https:\/\/twitter.com\/share?text=NetWave%20project%20uses%20ultrasonic%20technology%20to%20clean%20up%20aquaculture&#038;url=https:\/\/fei-online.com\/?p=11757' aria-hidden='false' data-av_icon='\ue8f1' data-av_iconfont='entypo-fontello' title='' data-avia-related-tooltip='Share on Twitter' rel=\"noopener\"><span class='avia_hidden_link_text'>Share on Twitter<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class='av-share-link av-social-link-whatsapp' ><a target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Share on WhatsApp\" href='https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send?text=https:\/\/fei-online.com\/netwave-project-uses-ultrasonic-technology-to-clean-up-aquaculture\/' aria-hidden='false' data-av_icon='\uf232' data-av_iconfont='entypo-fontello' title='' data-avia-related-tooltip='Share on WhatsApp' rel=\"noopener\"><span class='avia_hidden_link_text'>Share on WhatsApp<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class='av-share-link av-social-link-linkedin' ><a target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Share on LinkedIn\" href='https:\/\/linkedin.com\/shareArticle?mini=true&#038;title=NetWave%20project%20uses%20ultrasonic%20technology%20to%20clean%20up%20aquaculture&#038;url=https:\/\/fei-online.com\/netwave-project-uses-ultrasonic-technology-to-clean-up-aquaculture\/' aria-hidden='false' data-av_icon='\ue8fc' data-av_iconfont='entypo-fontello' title='' data-avia-related-tooltip='Share on LinkedIn' rel=\"noopener\"><span class='avia_hidden_link_text'>Share on LinkedIn<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class='av-share-link av-social-link-mail' ><a  aria-label=\"Share by Mail\" href='mailto:?subject=NetWave%20project%20uses%20ultrasonic%20technology%20to%20clean%20up%20aquaculture&#038;body=https:\/\/fei-online.com\/netwave-project-uses-ultrasonic-technology-to-clean-up-aquaculture\/' aria-hidden='false' data-av_icon='\ue805' data-av_iconfont='entypo-fontello' title='' data-avia-related-tooltip='Share by Mail'><span class='avia_hidden_link_text'>Share by Mail<\/span><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/p><\/div><div class=\"flex_column av_one_fifth  flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding   avia-builder-el-12  el_after_av_three_fifth  avia-builder-el-last  \" style='border-radius:0px; 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