Tag: unmanned surface vessel
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ARES Shipyard Unveils Large Container-Rated Catamaran USV Design
Meet the game-changing catamaran USV design from ARES Shipyard, a 22.5-metre vessel capable of carrying a single 40 ft shipping container, revolutionizing unmanned surface vessel capabilities. This innovative design boasts a spacious flatbed section, offering a significant upgrade from ARES's existing ULAQ family.
Navy Advances Drone Boat Program with Prototype Request
The Navy is calling on experts in vessel construction, autonomy, and maritime problem-solving to participate in its innovative Drone Boat Program, with a request for prototype proposals set to launch on August 1. This exciting opportunity invites interested parties to submit their ideas for cutting-edge, medium unmanned surface vessels capable of supporting logistics and transporting containerized payloads.
US Navy Deploys Drone Boat in High-Stakes Rescue of Downed Apache Crew
In a daring rescue off the coast of Oman, a cutting-edge drone boat called the Saronic Corsair played a crucial role in saving the lives of two US Army aviators whose Apache helicopter had gone down. This 24-foot autonomous vessel, capable of reaching speeds of 35 knots, proved its worth in a high-stakes operation.
Navy Drone Boat Rescues Downed Helicopter Crew at Sea
In a groundbreaking rescue, a Navy drone boat swiftly came to the aid of a downed AH-64 Apache helicopter crew at sea, showcasing the game-changing potential of manned-unmanned teaming. The Corsair unmanned surface vessel, operated by Task Force 59, expertly retrieved the crew and transferred them to safety.
Navy Integrates Robot Ship with Carrier for Historic Deployment
The Navy is making history by deploying a robot ship, known as a medium unmanned surface vessel (MUSV), alongside the aircraft carrier Theodore Roosevelt, marking a major milestone in the vessel's transition from testing to operational use. This groundbreaking deployment signals a significant leap forward in naval operations, blending cutting-edge technology with tried-and-true tactics.
Navy Advances Seven Firms in Unmanned Surface Vessel Testing
The US Navy has taken a major step forward in autonomous technology, selecting seven top defense firms to advance their medium unmanned surface vessel designs to at-sea prototype testing. These innovative companies, including Leidos, Huntington Ingalls Industries, and Sea Machines, will help shape the future of naval operations.
Navy Deploys Drones to Sink Warship in Live-Fire Exercise
In a thrilling display of modern naval power, the US Navy successfully sank a warship using drones in a live-fire exercise, marking a significant milestone in military technology. The operation, part of the UNITAS 2026 exercise, involved a littoral combat ship launching four aerial drones and a surface vessel to take down the decommissioned USS Simpson.
Navy Advances Seven MUSV Designs to Prototype Phase
The Navy has selected seven innovative unmanned surface vessel designs to move forward to the prototype phase, out of over two dozen submissions received through its marketplace initiative. These industry partners will now face the next challenge: successfully completing at-sea demonstrations to prove their systems are ready for the next level.
Saildrone Unveils Spectre, Missile-Toting Drone for Navy Competition
Saildrone is shaking things up with its game-changing drone, Spectre, a 170-foot unmanned surface vessel designed to take on the Navy's medium unmanned surface vessel challenge. Built in collaboration with Lockheed Martin and Fincantieri, Spectre is set to revolutionize the sea with its massive size and cutting-edge tech.
Hanwha, Magnet Defense forge MUSV pact
Hanwha and Magnet Defense are joining forces to revolutionize naval vessel design, building, and deployment with a game-changing pact to develop a 38-meter Unmanned Surface Vessel and automated robotic shipyards. This partnership is set to shake up the industry, redefining how ships are made and used.