Unmanned Underwater Warfare: The Silent Subsea Threat
Unmanned Underwater Warfare: The Silent Subsea Threat The increasing development and deployment of autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) and unmanned underwater systems (UUS) pose a significant and largely unaddressed threat to global maritime security. This article examines the current state of development, potential capabilities, and the implications of this burgeoning technology for naval warfare and international relations. Increased AUV/UUS Capabilities: Recent advancements in battery technology, artificial intelligence, and sensor miniaturization have dramatically increased the range, endurance, and operational complexity of AUVs and UUS. Modern systems are no longer limited to simple pre-programmed missions; they are now capable of sophisticated autonomous navigation, target identification, and even coordinated swarm tactics. Reports suggest experimental AUVs are being equipped with advanced sensor suites capable of detecting and tracking submarines with increased efficiency, ...