Unmanned Maritime Systems

The ARM Institute and the U.S. Department of War are seeking technology project submissions to help rapid U.S. production.

The latest agreement expands HII’s HYPER Program, which Path Robotics and GrayMatter Robotics joined earlier this year.

Blue Water Autonomy creates unmanned ships that can operate autonomously on the open ocean for months a time.

Kraken Technology plans to use its funding to continue developing uncrewed surface vessels and localizing manufacturing around the world.

XTEND said the newly granted patent expands its portfolio supporting autonomous navigation, operator assistance, and mission execution.

Covelya Group expands Kraken Robotics’ product offerings and total addressable market in subsea technology.

The Navy’s industrial base review identified a projected need for 174,000 new workers. GrayMatter says robotics can fill this gap.

Havoc claims that defense technology is entering a new era where national security priorities are demanding unified, all-domain autonomy.

The companies will combine EnPower’s electrode and pouch cell manufacturing capabilities with Anthro Energy’s Proteus electrolyte platform.

With $7.5 million in funding, WaiV Robotics is working to productize its drone landing system, and find OEM partners to work with.

Project CETI has deployed a new underwater glider that can monitor whales for longer than the organization’s previous methods.

Saronic plans to use the funding to scale production of its portfolio of autonomous surface vessels and AI-driven maritime capabilities.

Shield AI is acquiring Aechelon, which provides high-fidelity simulation for aircraft testing and pilot training.

Satellite connectivity enables autonomous drones to operate in remote areas, overcoming the limitations of terrestrial networks for critical BVLOS missions.

ECOPEACE has deployed its ECOBOT autonomous cleanup systems across reservoirs, rivers, urban parks, and smart-city districts in Korea.

The Alligator is an autonomous amphibious vessel designed to deliver logistics, sensors, and personnel between water and land.

Project Call 26-01 of the ARM Institute is seeking robotics and AI projects for U.S. defense and manufacturing needs.

Thermal sensors and synthetic data can help train robots for a wider range of scenarios than traditional sensors alone, says Bifrost AI.

This new initiative is part of Nauticus’ broader strategy to use its technologies in industries essential to the global energy transition.

HavocAI plans to use the funding to grow its autonomous fleet and enable military vessels in allied navies.

Root Access has emerged from stealth with pre-seed funding and an AI-native tool for firmware and embedded systems development.

Nick Hawes, a professor of robotics and AI at the University of Oxford, talks about the reality and potential of these technologies.