French shipbuilder Naval Group has started experimental at-sea trials with the medium unmanned surface vessel (MUSV) from its unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) centre of expertise in Saint-Mandrier. Sterenn Du has been reactivated by Naval Group.
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Jan 27, 2021 06:02 AM EST
The U.S. Navy plans to expand testing of unmanned surface vessels because USVs are considered the best candidates for risky missions. The development of these systems allows more emphasis on completing the task with no danger to humans.
Navy planners see the deployment of USV as cost-effective solutions for dangerous missions for humans who are not optimal for warfighting.
USVs will do jobs longer
Embarking on developing robotic (A.I.) artificial intelligence systems is a game-changer that allowed dangerous jobs like clearing minefields to be done automatically. Another is an automated system like in science fiction can continue watching for enemy activity, reported USNI.