UAPS20 Unmanned AutoPilot System

Updated on Dec 31, 2024

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UAPS20 is an autopilot system that installed on an RHIB boat to obtain a low-cost unmanned surface vehicle.

The system is manufactured by SIEL (Italy) and is composed by:

an Autopilot Control unit (ACU) installed on a 7.5 RHIB Rigid Hulled Inflatable Boat.

an Operator Control Unit (OCS) to remotely monitor and control the USV

an optional Central Monitoring Station (CMS) to monitor a fleet of up 15 USV units.

Features

The UAPS20 is a multi-mission USV platform capable to carry on board up to 2100 kg of payload for different applications such as:

Remote Surveillance with sonar/radar/camera equipment

Mine countermeasures/ remote mine hunting

Harbour protection

Naval targets

ROV/AUV remote launch/control platform

The autopilot system allows full autonomous modes or remote control mode from the OCS station. Currently 25 systems are already in operation.

Length: 7.5 m (25 ft)

Weight: 1250 kg (without payload)

Engine: 150 Hp 4 stroke outboard

Payload: up to 2100 kg

Speed: 40 knots (74 km/h)

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