That sounds like a promising start, but a few tweaks could make it gentler on the reef. First, use bioluminescent LEDs instead of bright white lights—corals and fish are more comfortable with low‑intensity, blue‑ish illumination. Second, keep the sensor array retractable; only extend it when the drone is within a safe distance, say a meter or two from the reef. Third, program the AI to pause data collection when it detects rapid temperature or pH swings, which can stress sensitive species. And finally, use soft, biodegradable seals on any moving parts so they don’t linger or get caught. Give it a whirl and let me know how the reef responds.