As has always happened, military technology and the need to explore new horizons, has promoted the progress of science and technology in general. Proof of this is what the company Eureka Naval Craft has achieved, in collaboration with an Australian specialist in marine autonomy: “The most advanced autonomous naval attack vessel ever designed in the world”, According to a press release.
Called Aircat Bengal MC, it is a surface effect ship (or ses for its acronym in English, A type of boat that uses an air mattress to reduce friction with water) of 36 m. Eureka states that It is the first autonomous naval ship in the world capable of transporting a 44 -ton payload (2 ISO 40 footprint modules) with a maximum speed of more than 50 knots, depending on the payload, and a range of 1000 nautical miles (1852 km).
The ship is expected to be offered to the Navy and the US Marines.
The statement also states that This high -tech ship can operate with and without crew. In addition, it is capable of launching Crucero Tomahawk and Naval Attack Anti -Wyp (NSM) missiles, which makes it a ship that eliminates the risk of depending on much larger and more expensive manned war ships.
“We are very excited to present the Aircat Bengal Mc. The reality is that the naval market in this weight category needs a transformation. Too many ships are obsolete, slow and expensive -points out Bo Jardine, executive director of Eureka Naval Craft -. The Aircat Bengal Mc offers An alternative ship, very fast, completely armed, with a capacity for autonomy and the ability to transport much heavier useful loads at high speed, which increases its lethality. ”
With upper fuel efficiency and lower operating costthe ship is presented as an attractive option for armed ones that seek to optimize their budgets and maintain advanced capabilities.
Eureka points out that the ship can be used as Troop transport ship, landing ship, electronic warfare platformNodriza ship for drones and for the placement and combat of mines.
Bengal MC is expected to have The world’s most advanced autonomous navigation system and software tools that optimize human experience in all phases of operations, according to Greenroom Robotics, australian company specializing in marine autonomy.
The Autonomous Aircat Bengal MC will join the Fleet of Eurek They cover from rapid attack, recognition, rescue, transport of troops at high speed and non -manned logistics. The modular design of Eureka naval ships allows customers to customize them according to their operational needs, according to the press release.