CASIC USV

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CSAIC USVs are unmanned surface vehicles developed by China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation (CASIC) Shenzhen subsidiary, and by end of 2021, two USVs have been revealed:

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Sea Thunderbolt

Sea Thunderbolt (Hai-Pi-Li, 海霹雳) is the largest USV developed by CASIC. [1] [2] Sea Thunderbolt USV can be fully autonomous, remotely controlled, or manned when in operation. [2] Specification: [1] [2]

Shark Hunter

Shark Hunter (Lie-Sha-Zhe, 猎鲨者) is a USV designed for patrol and surveillance duties. [1] [2] The current version is equipped with electro-optical sight for surveillance missions, but it can also be equipped with RCWS as well. Specification: [1]

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References

  1. 1 2 3 4 "Sea Thunderbolt & Shark Hunter USVs" (in Simplified Chinese). September 29, 2021.
  2. 1 2 3 4 "Shark Hunter & Sea Thunderbolt USVs" (in Simplified Chinese). October 1, 2021.