HII and MetalCraft Marine Deliver Next-Generation Autonomous USV Prototypes for US Marine Corps
HII, in partnership with MetalCraft Marine, has delivered and sea tested two unmanned surface vessels (USV) awarded in a Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) contract for smaller form factor autonomous boat prototypes for the US Marine Corps.
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Surface autonomy remains a key indicator of maritime robotics adoption.
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