The United States Navy took an important step towards modernizing underwater warfare by selecting the autonomous submarine Dive-XL, developed by the company Anduril, to integrate the Combat Autonomous Maritime Platform (CAMP) project.
The initiative seeks to create a new generation of submerged “mother ships” capable of operating without a crew and launching swarms of drones and torpedoes independently, significantly expanding the range and efficiency of naval operations.
The proposal follows a global trend: the use of unmanned systems as force multipliers. Inspired by the advancement of aerial drones, navies are starting to invest in hybrid fleets that combine manned and autonomous vessels. This model allows monitoring larger areas and moving conventional ships for strategic missions, while drones take on functions such as surveillance, attack and large-scale data collection.
Despite the potential, the main challenge is the scale and speed of implementation. Rapidly producing large numbers of underwater vehicles is essential to ensuring operational advantage. The CAMP project appears precisely to accelerate this process, focusing on the agile development of autonomous submarines capable of filling logistical gaps and expanding attack and reconnaissance capabilities on the high seas.
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The Dive-XL stood out for its innovative and adaptable design, which facilitates mass production and reduces costs by dispensing with the traditional pressurized hull. With a modular structure, the submarine can be configured for different missions, such as surveillance, mine fighting and anti-submarine warfare. Furthermore, its main advantage is the ability to launch smaller drones, creating sensor networks and attack systems on the seabed. Broader operational tests are planned for the coming months, when the technology should be evaluated in real conditions.
Source: Olhar Digital | Photo: @anduriltech | This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team
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