Autonomous Wide Area Surveillance Sensor on small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS) (Navy/USMC)

Abstract

This project tests a video detection and ranging sensor on a small Group 1 UAS optimized for Maritime Wide-Area Surveillance in support of Naval and Marine Forces in the Littoral Battlespace. This technology autonomously detects small objects on the sea surface over very wide areas, during day and night, and in conditions up to Sea State 6. If successful, this technology will transition to the Navy and Marine Corps Small Tactical UAS Program Office (PMA-263) for follow-on procurement and fielding.

Document Details

Document Type
Accomplishment
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2025
Source ID
47fbce2af70edbd65052ccd8649dc0e8

Tags

Readers

  • Maritime Combat Support and Expeditionary Logistics.
  • Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Autonomous Capabilities and Mission Reconnaissance.

Technology Areas

  • Autonomy
  • Autonomy - UAVs

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