Unmanned Surface Vehicles: Reducing Risks for Joint Surface Force Protection Operations

Abstract

Reprint of a presentation at the Second Homeland Security Technology Workshop, 7 December 2005, Valley Forge, PA. Summary: Modular interfaces for Mission Module developers with additional concepts. Accomplishments of the SPARTAN ACTO and other USV development efforts have proven the technology. USVs have demonstrated applicability for HLS applications. ISR with EO/IR sensors with FP add deterrence and engagement capabilities. Harbor Defense/Port Security Protection, Escort Missions, Maritime Interdiction and Drug Operation support can be accomplished at safe stand-off ranges.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Nov 28, 2006
Accession Number
ADA630564

Entities

People

  • Ernest A. Marvin Iii
  • Mark J. Wasilewski

Organizations

  • Naval Undersea Warfare Center

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Autonomy
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Sensors
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Automatic Identification Systems
  • Command And Control
  • Detection
  • Detectors
  • Escort Missions
  • Force Protection
  • Homeland Security
  • Identification Systems
  • Port Security
  • Security
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Undersea Warfare
  • Unmanned
  • Unmanned Surface Vehicles
  • Unmanned Vehicles
  • Vehicles
  • Warfare

Readers

  • Maritime Security/Maritime Homeland Security
  • Technical Research and Report Writing.
  • Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Autonomous Capabilities and Mission Reconnaissance.

Technology Areas

  • Autonomy
  • Autonomy - UAVs