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Northrop Grumman and the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) have announced the successful launch of the first full-size prototype underwater drone called Manta Ray. The vehicle, named after the manta ray for its unique shape, was designed to perform long underwater missions without the need for human logistical support or maintenance. One of the […]
Raytheon has completed work on the Barracuda underwater drone being developed for the US Navy. The technical data package for the mine countermeasure has been successfully completed, and a testing program is underway. The company is currently building a launcher. Raytheon began the Barracuda project in 2023, with a planned production of 128 units, 63 […]
The Ukrainian military is testing the Marichka underwater drone. What is known A video of the drone’s new tests was published by AMMO Ukraine, a foundation that raises funds for the production and development of the drone. Marichka is a guided torpedo capable of hitting landing craft, submarines, boats and bridges at a distance of […]
The developers plan that this naval drone will be able to blow up ships, bridge pylons, and coastal fortifications of the occupiers. The AMMO UKRAINE platform is going to create a Marichka underwater drone that will be able to destroy the occupiers’ fleet. The developers shared the details in a post on the social network […]
The military wants to get drones as soon as possible to launch them from submarines to great depths. The U.S. Navy has announced a tender for a large unmanned underwater vehicle (LDUUV) and has already sent out information on the project requirements to its main defense partners, The Defense Post reports. The military say they […]