LARGE USV TO UNDERGO OPERATIONAL TRIALS WITH US NAVY

Published on March 11, 2024



Austal USA has launched a new large unmanned surface vehicle (USV) designed for ocean mapping and maritime domain awareness missions.

The 65-foot (20-metre) USV was developed by unmanned systems specialist Saildrone. The vessel is powered by wind energy, solar energy, and a diesel generator for long-range, long-endurance missions in the open ocean.

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