WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 (UPI) — The U.S. Navy is moving ahead with the development of a large displacement unmanned underwater vehicle for intelligence, surveillance and anti-mine operations.
The LDUUV being developed by the Unmanned Maritime Systems Program Office is based on a modular, open architecture, and can be stowed, launched and recovered by multiple host platforms.
Among those platforms would be Littoral Combat Ships, Virginia-class submarines and Ohio-class submarines, the Navy said.
“Following the successful Milestone A decision, a draft LDUUV request for proposals was released on the Federal Business Opportunities website,” the Navy reported. “An industry day is scheduled for Sept. 14 in Washington, D.C., at which the Unmanned Maritime Systems Program Office will host a presentation and discussion for the industry community on LDUUV requirements. “
Milestone A approval granted the project allows the commitment of Navy resources to mature technology and reduce risks prior to production and fielding.
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