THE Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) and Serco have launched the Defiant, a prototype unmanned surface vessel that was designed from the ground up for fully uncrewed naval operations, reports Fort Lauderdale’s Maritime Executive. The ship has no provisions at all for human occupancy during operation, said DARPA. The 180-foot, 240-tonne autonomous grey hull is in the water and will now undergo sea trials, beginning in the spring. Its crewless design has specific advantages,...
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