Navy 'wolf pack' drone boats in warship trial success
Summary
The Royal Navy successfully tested five unmanned "wolf pack" drone boats in a trial off the coast of Scotland. These drones escorted warships and were controlled remotely from 500 miles away. The test marked a significant step in using such technology for naval operations.Key Facts
- The Royal Navy tested five uncrewed drones called Rattler boats off the coast of Scotland.
- The Rattler boats escorted warships HMS Tyne and HMS Stirling Castle during the trial.
- Personnel controlled the drones remotely from a ship in Portsmouth, 500 miles away.
- The trial lasted 72 hours and utilized camera and sensor data sent back to the control ship.
- Each Rattler boat was managed by a two-person team for piloting and data monitoring.
- The boats are designed to operate alone or together, eventually without human control.
- The demonstration included cooperation with other naval units and a helicopter.
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