Search operations for lost fishing gear are often time-consuming and challenging due to the lack of accurate information about the gear’s exact position on the seabed. Currents, weather conditions, and drift can cause the gear to move from its expected location, reducing search accuracy. Recovery operations are typically carried out by towing a recovery grapnel in systematic patterns, which can take considerable time and result in high fuel consumption. In addition, limited control over the hook’s position may lead to unnecessary negative impact on the seabed. As a result, recovery operations are both resource-intensive and uncertain, highlighting the need for solutions that provide improved control and precision.
