Talk:OCIUS Technology

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How is the bit about the Stockholm conference in any way relevant to this article?

Update Request

Citation for Solar Sailor Holding's name change For lack of another more reliable source and for proof of the company name change and update needed for the comapny's official site "ocius.com.au"

OCIUS no longer specialises in solar/hybrid powered ferries and instead focuses on marine drone development. in partnership with Steber international

The first Solar Sailor boat is no longer contracted by Captain Cook Cruises in Sydney harbour but has been relocated to Newcastle This design was awarded the 2007 Intel Environment Award by The Tech Museum of Innovation in 2007 and The Austrakian Design Award of the Year in 2001

The BlueBottle USV design recently won the Maritime Australian Defence Innovation Grant for small to medium enterprises. Ultimateusv76 (talk) 06:11, 25 February 2018 (UTC)

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Reply quotebox with inserted reviewer decisions and feedback 25-FEB-2018

Below you will see where text from your request has been quoted and individual advisory messages - either accepting, declining or otherwise commenting upon your proposals - have been inserted underneath each major proposal. Please see the Notes section at the bottom of the quotebox for additional information about each request. In addition to the proposals below, additional unreferenced information was removed from the article. Spintendo      07:52, 25 February 2018 (UTC)

@Spintendo: Thanks for the edit Spintendo! a note on the 2nd declined edit, "The first prototype boat to use the computer controlled solar sails was the Solarsailor. Originally used by Captain Cook Ferries in Sydney harbour the Solarsailor is now located in Newcastle and can be seen cruising the harbour for Rocksalt restaurant." is stated just under the title "Solar Sailor Vessel" in the cited article Ultimateusv76 (talk) 23:59, 26 February 2018 (UTC)

@Ultimateusv76 The source states "Solarsailor is now located in Newcastle and can be seen cruising the harbour for Rocksalt restaurant." Rocksalt Restaurant in Newcastle is no longer in operation. The craft "Solarsailor" likewise no longer operates for the defunct restaurant, so it may be said that the given source does not confirm this (that neither the craft nor the restaurant are in operation.) Spintendo      02:12, 5 March 2018 (UTC)

March update request

Hi, I'm back with another round of suggested updates. These changes are mainly restructuring and adding to the information available on the page. it should be noted, I have a conflict of interest as this request is made on behalf of OCIUS Technology.

Introduction

I've rewritten the introduction to describe more clearly what OCIUS Technology provides and references it's previous name to clarify to distinguish the company name from its eponymous vessel "Solar Sailor".

Proposed introduction

'Formerly Solar Sailor Holdings Limited, OCIUS Technology is an Australian company that has designed and supplied marine technology since 1997. The company currently develops and specialises in Unmanned Surface Vehicles for maritime surveillance.'

Markup

'Formerly Solar Sailor Holdings Limited, '''OCIUS Technology''' is an Australian company that has designed and supplied marine technology since 1997.<ref>http://www.defence.gov.au/WhitePaper/Docs/2016-Defence-White-Paper.pdf#page=53{{Cite report |title=Defence Industry Policy Statement|publisher=Australian Government Department of Defence |date=2016|page=51|quote=Ocius Technology Limited (formally known as Solar Sailor) is based in Sydney and has been an innovator of renewable energy powered vessels since 1997. Ocius’ technology has been used in a number of vessels currently in operations in Australia and Asia. Ocius specialises in the development of ocean going vessels that are powered by renewable sources of energy such as solar and/or wind. Their technology has been incorporated into a number of passenger carrying vessels and more recently, the company has focused their efforts on anti-submarine warfare and maritime surveillance}}</ref> The company currently develops and specialises in Unmanned Surface Vehicles for maritime surveillance.<ref>{{cite news|title=SolarSailor Holdings evolving into ocean technology|url=http://ocius.com.au/2014/02/solarsailor-holdings-evolving-ocean-technology-ocius/|accessdate=4 March 2018|work=Ocius}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|last1=Durrant|first1=Patrick|title=Bluebottle ASW USV trial success - Australian Defence Magazine|url=http://www.australiandefence.com.au/defence/unmanned/bluebottle-asw-usv-trial-success|website=www.australiandefence.com.au|publisher=Australian Defence Magazine|accessdate=4 March 2018|language=en|quote=On 10th August, Ocius Technology and Thales Australia successfully demonstrated the solar, wind and wave powered prototype Bluebottle unmanned surface vessel (USV)}}</ref>'

History

I expect much confusion to me had from OCIUS' renaming that warrants a disambiguation under a 'History' section. I propose adding a set of subheadings under a new 'History' section that will also describe the company's leadership and 17 year history. Given the long history of the company, historical information is mostly found as a secondary source. I used multiple sources have been used to prove validity where possible and a quote parameter has been used in my citations to highlight the relevant excerpt.

Proposed Solar Sailor Holdings Ltd subheading

'Dr Robert Dane founded Solar Sailor Holdings Limited in 2000 with an idea to combine renewable energies for marine propulsion with Former Australian Prime Minister Bob Hawke as Solar Sailor's Chairman. Solar Sailor Holdings Ltd went on to build it's flagship vessel the Solar Sailor'

Markup

'Dr Robert Dane founded Solar Sailor Holdings Limited in 2000 with an idea to combine renewable energies for marine propulsion <ref>http://www.abc.net.au/catalyst/stories/s382615.htm</ref> with Former Australian Prime Minister Bob Hawke as Solar Sailor's Chairman<ref>http://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/breakfast/bob-hawke-talks-about-solar-sailor/3214958</ref><ref>https://www.smh.com.au/articles/2003/02/24/1046063962438.html</ref><ref>http://www.see.murdoch.edu.au/resources/info/Tech/pv/index.html</ref><ref>{{cite web|last1=McHenry|first1=Mark|title=Research Institute for Sustainable Energy|url=http://www.see.murdoch.edu.au/resources/info/Tech/pv/index.html|website=www.see.murdoch.edu.au|accessdate=4 March 2018|language=en|quote=The Chairman of SSHL is Hon Mr Bob Hawke, ex Prime Minister of Australia and the CEO is Dr Robert Dane, founder and ex NSW Green Ambassador}}</ref>. Solar Sailor Holdings Ltd went on to build it's flagship vessel the Solar Sailor<ref>https://www.boatsales.com.au/editorial/details/solar-sailor-a-2007-tech-museum-awards-laureate-10388/</ref>

Proposed OCIUS Technology subheading

'After the commercialisation of Solar Sailor ferries, in 2013 Solar Sailor Holdings Ltd held a joint demonstration with Steber International at the Pacific 2013 Defence Conference in Sydney displaying the 'Steber Solar Sailor Bluebottle' unmanned surface vehicle"Aussie USV unveiled at Pacific 2013 – SSS Bluebottle". Steber International. Retrieved 4 March 2018.</ref></ref>. Later that year Solar Sailor Holdings announced a shift in focus from hybrid marine transportation technology to unmanned surface vehicles technology .OCIUS Technology went on to win the Advanced Manufacturing Award in 2015 and the Small to Medium Enterprise Maritime Australian Defence Innovation Grant in 2017.'

Markup

After the commercialisation of Solar Sailor ferries, in 2013 Solar Sailor Holdings Ltd held a joint demonstration with Steber International at the Pacific 2013 Defence Conference in Sydney displaying the 'Steber Solar Sailor Bluebottle' unmanned surface vehicle{{cite web|title=Aussie USV unveiled at Pacific 2013 – SSS Bluebottle|url=http://www.steber.com.au/aussie-usv-sss-bluebottle/|website=Steber International|accessdate=4 March 2018}}</ref></ref>. Later that year Solar Sailor Holdings announced a shift in focus from hybrid marine transportation technology to unmanned surface vehicles technology <ref>{{cite web|title=SolarSailor Holdings evolving into ocean technology|url=https://ocius.com.au/2014/02/solarsailor-holdings-evolving-ocean-technology-ocius/|website=Ocius|publisher=OCIUS Technology|accessdate=4 March 2018}}</ref>.OCIUS Technology went on to win the Advanced Manufacturing Award in 2015 <ref>{{cite web|title=AUSTRALIA’S BEST EMERGING TECH COMPANIES ANNOUNCED|url=http://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/73a95a_887ca83198034016901bfd1a93ca9bee.pdf#page=2|website=www.austechcomp.com/|publisher=Australian Technologies Competition|accessdate=4 March 2018}}</ref> and the Small to Medium Enterprise Maritime Australian Defence Innovation Grant in 2017<ref>{{cite web|title=PACIFIC 2017 : INTERNATIONAL MARITIME EXPOSITION : SYDNEY AUSTRALIA 3-5 OCTOBER|url=https://pacific2017.com.au/innovation-awards/index.asp|website=pacific2017.com.au|publisher=Pacific 2017|accessdate=4 March 2018|language=en}}</ref>.

Notable Vessels

The current sub heading describes only one vessel that was manufactured with little detail. I suggest we create another set of subheadings under Notable Vessels to include the BlueBottle USV as well as the Solar Sailor.These headings contain a short descriptions as to what they are and what they currently do. If editors think it's appropriate, I've written these paragraphs.

Proposed Solar Sailor subheading

'The Solar Sailor Ferry is a 100 passenger tourist leisure ferry of which a total of 7 Solar Sailor ferries were manufactured.

The first chartered commercially for ten years under Captain Cook Cruises. It was later sold in October 2014 to a private buyer. A second ferry was built for the Shanghai World Expo, in association with Suntech Power, carrying 186 passengers. Four ferries operate in Hong Kong carrying 100 passengers each.The vessels transport patrons of the Hong Kong Jockey Club to three golf courses on Kau Sai Chau island, off the coast of Hong Kong.'

Markup

The Solar Sailor Ferry is a 100 passenger tourist leisure ferry of which a total of 7 Solar Sailor ferries were manufactured. The first chartered commercially for ten years under Captain Cook Cruises. It was later sold in October 2014 to a private buyer<ref>{{cite web|title=Personalities, Solar Sailor Dr Robert Dane|url=http://www.ecocitizenaustralia.com.au/solar-sailor-dr-robert-dane/|website=www.ecocitizenaustralia.com.au|publisher=Ecocitizen Australia|accessdate=4 March 2018|date=21 March 2012|quote=The first prototype boat to use the computer controlled solar sails was the Solarsailor. Originally used by Captain Cook Ferries in Sydney harbour the Solarsailor is now located in Newcastle and can be seen cruising the harbour for Rocksalt restaurant}}</ref>. A second ferry was built for the Shanghai World Expo, in association with Suntech Power, carrying 186 passengers<ref>{{cite web|title=OCIUS BLUEBOTTLE UNMANNED DRONES USV SOLAR SAILOR FLAT PLATE SAILS|url=http://www.bluebird-electric.net/artificial_intelligence_autonomous_robotics/OCIUS_Bluebottle_Unmanned_Marine_Drones_USV_Solar_Sailor.htm|website=www.bluebird-electric.net|accessdate=4 March 2018|quote=Solar Sailor - A chartered Solar Sailor ferry operates on Sydney Harbour, carrying 100 passengers. A second ferry was built for the Shanghai World Expo, in association with Suntech Power, carrying 186 passengers. Four ferries operate in Hong Kong carrying 100 passengers each. The vessels transport patrons of the Hong Kong Jockey Club to three golf courses on Kau Sai Chau island, off the coast of Hong Kong.}}</ref>. Four ferries operate in Hong Kong carrying 100 passengers each.The vessels transport patrons of the Hong Kong Jockey Club to three golf courses on Kau Sai Chau island, off the coast of Hong Kong.<ref>https://www.treehugger.com/cars/four-new-solar-powered-ferries-coming-to-hong-kong.html</ref>.

Proposed Bluebottle USV subheading

'Bluebottle USVs are a design of OCIUS Technology for autonomous data gathering and communications platforms like 'satellites of the sea'. Powered by renewable energy sources available in the ocean; the sun, the wind and the waves, the BlueBottle design remains at sea for months at a time.@9NewsSyd (October 3, 2017). "A home-grown invention is about to make waves, as the un-manned autonomous drone expected to revolutionise how we monitor our oceans" (Tweet) – via Twitter. {{Cite tweet}}: |date= / |number= mismatch (help)'

Markup

Bluebottle USVs are a design of OCIUS Technology for autonomous data gathering and communications platforms like 'satellites of the sea'<ref>{{cite web|title=BlueBottle, the ‘satellite of the sea’, nets prestigious win|url=https://www.engineering.unsw.edu.au/news/bluebottle-the-%E2%80%98satellite-of-the-sea%E2%80%99-nets-prestigious-win|website=engineering.unsw.edu.au|publisher=USW Engineering|accessdate=4 March 2018}}</ref>. Powered by renewable energy sources available in the ocean; the sun, the wind and the waves, the BlueBottle design remains at sea for months at a time.{{cite tweet |user=9NewsSyd |number=915126661070200832 |date=4 March 2018 |title= A home-grown invention is about to make waves, as the un-manned autonomous drone expected to revolutionise how we monitor our oceans.}}

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Reply 04-FEB-2018

 Declined Most of these sources contain information which originated from the company — either (1) articles written by employees of the government and based on cursory information gleaned from the company; or (2) self reported by the company to the government in response to standard information disclosures required for any company submitting bids and/or requests to the government for funding. These are not reliable third party sources. Regards, Spintendo      02:21, 5 March 2018 (UTC)

@Spintendo: (1) I agree, the 2016 white paper is written by an employee of the government, the information in that publication is not sourced so it is a presumption that this information was self reported and a bigger presumption that it was in response to requests for funding. (2) The Ecocitizen Australia, Sydney Morning herald, Australian Defence Magazine, University of New South Wales Engineering and Tree Hugger and Pacific International are not government organisations and have no affiliation to Ocius Technology.

@Spintendo: Been a while without a reply, i think you might have missed this. Please see above.

Edit Request

Ocius has developed a new class of notable vessels called "Bluebottles"

There are two functioning prototypes.Bruce and Bob .

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