Scientifically Developed Shark Detection and Shark Deterrent Technologies

Shark Attack Mitigation Systems (SAMS) is a technology company with global reach, developing solutions to help protect ocean users. Our technologies include the newly announced Clever Buoy, a beach-based shark detection system developed in collaboration with Optus and Google, and award-winning shark deterrent designs that are applied to wetsuits and other watersport products.


(NEW) Clever Buoy: Shark Detection Technology
SAMS in collaboration with Optus and Google, has just announced Clever Buoy - an exciting new breakthrough in shark detection technology to help protect the world's coastlines. 

The ‘Clever Buoy’ uses sonar technology to detect shark-sized objects in coastal areas, in a non-invasive way. When a detection is made, the buoy will relay a signal via the Optus Network, to lifeguards on the beach. More info or visit www.cleverbuoy.com.au

Shark deterrent wetsuits and watersport products


In 2013, Shark Attack Mitigation Systems (SAMS) released shark deterrent design technology that is applied to wetsuits to reduce the chance of shark attack. The patented designs can also be applied to stickers for surfboards, dive tanks, kayaks and other watersport products.

SAMS collaborated with the Oceans Institute at the University of Western Australia to find a practical solution for shark protection.

The Oceans Institute team headed by Professor Shaun Collin and Professor Nathan Hart has been studying shark vision for a number of years and is considered the world leading authority in the field. The team has made a number of significant scientific discoveries relating to shark sensory systems - including the fact that sharks see in black and white.

Although sharks use a number of senses to locate prey, it is known that vision is the crucial sense in the final stage of an attack. By disrupting a shark's visual perception, an attack can either be diverted altogether or at least delayed to allow time to exit the water.

SAMS has been working with the university for a number of years and has translated the scientific data into a range of shark deterrent designs.

The two design variations either present the wearer as potentially dangerous and unpalatable to a shark, or make it very difficult for the shark to see the wearer in the water.

The shark deterrent technology can be applied to products such as wetsuits, skins and stickers for diving air tanks, surfboards, kayaks, skis and more.

Current licensees include Radiator Wetsuits, Arena and Yahoo surfboards, with more brands expected to follow soon.

A range of questions relating to the new technology are covered in the FAQs.
 
 


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