Underwater Surveys Enter Society 5.0. FINDi Launches "FF2", an Underwater Drone for Confined Spaces
FINDi will begin pre-sales of the 'FF2' underwater drone for confined spaces in June 2026, limited to 10 units in its first year, aiming to advance the digital transformation of infrastructure inspection.
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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: findi@findi.co.jp
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).
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: findi@findi.co.jp
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).