Boeing has successfully delivered the inaugural Extra Large Uncrewed Undersea Vehicle (XLUUV), named "Orca," to the U.S. Navy following a comprehensive series of sea trials. This marks a significant leap in autonomous naval submarine technology, as the Orca, measuring 85 feet in length with a payload capacity of 8 tonnes, stands as the largest in its class. It serves as the initial prototype among four ordered by the Navy for thorough evaluation and builds upon Boeing's Echo Voyager, a proof-of-concept XLUUV launched in 2017.
Distinguished by its modular design, the Orca is specifically tailored to meet mission requirements. Operating on a hybrid diesel/lithium-ion battery system, it facilitates extended underwater missions, resurfacing for recharging through a retractable mast that doubles as a snorkel. With a payload section capable of accommodating modules up to 34 feet in length, the ...
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