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CORAL GROWTH & RESILIENCE
Scientists have discovered breakthrough methods to increase coral growth by unlocking the existing efficiencies within a coral's biology. Simply put, corals reproduce sexually (through spawning) and asexually (through cloning). When grown in a nursery setting, techniques may be used to increase resiliency and rates of survivorship. Growth can be increased up to 25-50x greater than in the wild.

FACULTY & TECHNIQUES
By growing coral on land (ex-situ) in aquaculture raceways, aquarists and restoration practitioners can work on a regular basis, making it more efficient to farm coral than when required to venture underwater.

ROBOTS & AUTOMATION
Machines are fantastic at process efficiency. Using computer automation, tasks may be repeated and multiplied at large scales, over long runs, and enable greater accuracy and data transparency that humans cannot possess.
By seamlessly merging human, biological, and machine efficiencies, farming with CHARM unlocks new possibilities for coral regeneration and the Blue Economy, making it the best known solution for growing corals at industries of scale.

CHARM revolutionizes coral farming and aquaculture by automating labor-intensive tasks like feeding, cleaning, measuring, and monitoring. This four-axis CNC system features a high-definition autofocus camera, four nozzles for liquid, food, and air exchange, onboard sensors, and a versatile rotary tool that can switch between a soft bristle brush for tank cleaning, a diamond tip drill bit for coral cutting, and a soft-robotic gripper for pick-and-place maneuvers. By enhancing efficiency and reducing operational costs, CHARM benefits both large and small-scale operations.

The CHARM robot integrates seamlessly with existing aquaculture systems and is customizable to meet various needs, making it valuable for coral farming, algae farming, and other ex situ aquaculture operations. Operators can manage livestock remotely, ensure continuous tank cleaning, and provide quality assurance for scientific studies or risk mitigation. Empirical evidence from 4 years of R&D and 2 years of operation shows that CHARM reduces labor costs by 97%, enhances cataloging capabilities with sub-millimeter precision, and offers remote control and advanced research capabilities.

The CHARM robot coral nursery on Magnetic Island is a 100% solar and battery-powered, off-grid facility that has successfully maintained its stock through a category 3 cyclone, power outages, and marine heatwaves that bleached the surrounding Great Barrier Reef. CHARM's controlled nurseries shield coral fragments from predators and environmental stressors until they are mature enough for transplantation onto damaged reefs, gaining worldwide popularity for effective coral restoration and its unique coral adoption program, the Coral Charm.

Assembly of CHARM is swift, taking only 2 hours with 3 people, and custom delivery has been accomplished in under 3 business days. As a revenue-generating business with promising returns, CHARM is poised for expansion. We are excited to offer this investment opportunity to enhance our capabilities and meet increasing global demand.