Tag: royal navy
5 articles
US, UK Navies Successfully Fire Torpedo from Unmanned Submarine
The US and UK navies have made a groundbreaking achievement, successfully launching a torpedo from an unmanned submarine in a recent test at the British Underwater Test & Evaluation Center in Scotland. This milestone marks a significant step forward in developing autonomous undersea capabilities, showcasing the power of alliance-driven innovation.
Royal Navy's Drone Boats Expose Cyber Vulnerabilities
The Ministry of Defense swiftly addressed a cyber vulnerability in the Royal Navy's Kraken K3 Scout unmanned surface vessels after a routine check exposed a weakness in the camera system, and promptly cut off internet connectivity to prevent any potential breaches. The MOD assured that its quick action and follow-up investigation found no evidence of data or system compromise.
Royal Navy drones transmit data to China in cyber vulnerability test
Royal Navy drones recently raised eyebrows when their cameras started sending signals to a Chinese IP address during a routine cyber vulnerability test, sparking concerns over data security. The Ministry of Defence quickly stepped in to reassure that no sensitive data was compromised, and the transmission was just a harmless "heartbeat" signal.
Royal Navy Deploys Kamikaze Drone at Sea
The Royal Navy is revolutionizing its fleet with cutting-edge drones, marking a major step towards a Hybrid Navy. Britain's commitment to innovation is clear with the successful deployment of a kamikaze drone, known as the Nyan one-way effector, during Exercise Neptune Reach.
Britain's Naval Defence Woes Raise Concerns for Australia's AUKUS Reliance
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth recently hit the nail on the head, questioning the strength of the Royal Navy, and it's hard not to wonder if Australia's AUKUS reliance is built on shaky ground. The Royal Navy's current state, with only one deployable submarine, raises serious concerns about its readiness to meet defence expectations.