AUTOMATIC 180

RESTUBE AUTOMATIC 75 is designed for single-person rescue.It provides 75 N of buoyancy and is compact, lightweight, and easy to deploy – from shore, boat, via drone or helicopter. Ideal for rapid response scenarios involving a single person requiring immediate flotation. RESTUBE AUTOMATIC 180 is specifically developed for multi-person rescue. With 180 N of buoyancy, the system provides immediate flotation support for up to four individuals – ideal for multi-person rescue operations. Both systems are robust, reusable, and activate automatically upon contact with water. They enable first responders to deliver buoyancy from a safe distance – fast and without physical contact. A detailed comparison of both systems can be found here.

At present, RESTUBE does not provide own deployment systems for UAV platforms.
Given the diversity of drone models and the rapid evolution of UAV technology, rescue teams typically implement customized deployment solutions. These are often developed in close collaboration with drone manufacturers and system integrators to ensure operational safety and compatibility.

More and more drone owners are protecting their drone in case of a crash over water. The goal is to be able to recover the drone. On the one hand, the batteries should not be left in the water, on the other hand, the recorded data is valuable and the insurance companies usually do not pay if the drone can no longer be found. If your drone crashes into the water, a AUTOMATIC 75 can prevent it from sinking, allowing it to be retrieved. AUTOMATIC 75 is a buoy that inflates itself within seconds on contact with water using a CO2 cartridge. The immediate buoyancy of the buoy is 7.5 kg. This means that drones with a take-off weight of up to 6.5 kg can be easily kept afloat with AUTOMATIC 75. Heavier drones can be equipped with multiple AUTOMATIC 75s to increase lift accordingly.

For more useful info and tips on this topic, check out our blog post “A life buoy for your drone”

Yes, RESTUBE rescue devices are designed for easy self-maintenance.
Maintenance includes visual inspection, drying after use, and replacing consumable components after activation. A detailed user manual is included with each device and also available online.

RESTUBE recommends a visual inspection of the system prior to each use.
For professional applications a comprehensive functional check should be performed at least once per year. Following deployment, the device must be rearmed to ensure operational readiness.