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unmanned surface vessels

Coverage of unmanned surface vessels in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jul 20 · 20:42 UTCMost recent: Jul 29 · 19:22 UTC
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  • SECURITYJul 29 · 19:22 UTCDEFENSE NEWS
    Pentagon puts out call for robot boats that launch attack drones

    The Pentagon is seeking robot boats capable of launching attack drones to counter unmanned threats in contested waters like the Persian Gulf. The SWAP-USV project, backed by a $100 million prize, aims to deploy these systems within 120 days, focusing on detecting and neutralizing low-cost maritime threats such as smuggling boats and semi-submersibles.

  • SECURITYJul 21 · 11:30 UTCSCMP CHINA
    What can China learn from the US sea drone strike on an Iranian submarine base?

    Chinese military analysts recommend strengthening harbor defenses following a U.S. combat strike using sea drones against an Iranian submarine base. The U.S. strike, involving unmanned surface vessels, destroyed an Iranian Ghadir-class midget submarine.

  • SECURITYJul 20 · 20:42 UTCBREAKING DEFENSE
    Lockheed rolls out cheaper Patriot, MBDA showcases low-cost interceptor

    Lockheed Martin unveiled a more affordable version of the Patriot missile system, while MBDA displayed a cost-effective interceptor based on its upgraded ground-launched ASRAAM missile. MBDA's new weapon can be integrated onto unmanned ground vehicles or unmanned surface vessels.