Ranger Autonomous Vessel Successfully Completes Sea Trials from Submarine Torpedo Tube
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An innovative autonomous surface vessel, the Ranger, has successfully completed its Sea Acceptance Test (SAT) in Germany, demonstrating its ability to be launched from a submarine's torpedo tube. Developed by Gabler and Flanq, the Ranger is designed for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions with minimal human intervention.
The successful completion of the SAT marks a significant milestone for the program, confirming the vessel's seaworthiness and the integration of its core technologies. The Ranger, measuring approximately 15 feet long, features a folding keel and collapsible sensor mast, allowing it to fit within a standard 21-inch torpedo tube.
Looking ahead, Gabler will manage the commercialization and integration of the Ranger with submarines, while Flanq will provide advanced maritime technologies and mission software. The companies are also developing a one-way attack variant called Strike, expanding the platform's capabilities for future naval operations.
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Autonomous drone fired from submarine torpedo tube completes first sea trials
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