JOURNAL ARTICLE

THE ROYAL NAVY'S SUB-SURFACE SILENT SWORD: TRACKS, ASSESSES, COMMUNICATES - UNDERWATER AUTONOMOUS CAPABILITIES.

  • Published In: Armada International, 2025, n. 6. P. 30 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Sands, Glenn 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the Royal Navy's advancements in underwater autonomous capabilities, particularly through the development of the XV Excalibur, an Extra-Large Uncrewed Underwater Vehicle (XLUUV) designed for anti-submarine warfare. Developed by Marine AI in collaboration with MSubs, the XV Excalibur features advanced software for navigation, obstacle avoidance, and continuous communication with support vessels, enhancing its operational effectiveness in detecting underwater threats. The initiative aims to reduce reliance on crewed submarines and improve intelligence-gathering capabilities along the UK coastline, addressing the challenges of modern maritime operations. The article also highlights the need for a shift in training practices within the Royal Navy to accommodate these emerging technologies. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Armada International. 2025/12, Issue 6, p30
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Engineering
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0252-9793
  • Accession Number:190168756
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