Collaborative Autonomy

Networking of uncrewed and autonomous vehicles as a force multiplier

For many voyages or missions, multi-vessel operations are a necessity and may include tandem, leader-follower, convoying or swarm operations.  Managing multiple uncrewed surface vessels (USVs) simultaneously is a cognitive burden on an operator.

Now a single MASS operator can command multiple autonomous vessels retaining full situational awareness.

Operating multiple autonomous USVs in a collaborative manner reduces the operator burden, retaining operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Applications

  • MCM operations
  • Sea Convoys
  • Oceanographic/Hydrographic tandem swath surveys
  • Offshore Renewables and Energy movements
  • Oil Spill Response Operations
  • Fish-farm equipment installations