摘要 |
<p>An unmanned aquatic surface vehicle 104 for detecting and locating hazards is disclosed. The vehicle includes a propulsion system (304, Fig 3) configured to impart a propulsive force to the vehicle and a steering system (306, Fig 3) configured to impart a change in the direction of travel of the vehicle. A navigation system (316, Fig 3) may be included to detect the location, direction, and motion of the vehicle. A hazard detection system (308, Fig 3) is configured to detect and locate at least one of a subsurface, surface or above-water hazard. A communications device (310, Fig 3) configured to transmit hazard data associated with a detected hazard to a remote receiver. A control station (202, Fig 2) is able to control the vehicle, and receive and display information about hazards detected by the unmanned aquatic surface vehicle.</p> |