US Navy’s naval unmanned surface concept. (Picture source NAVSEA)
The Navy just released its 30-year shipbuilding plan
The Navy is getting into drones in a big way, with new plans to add 21 unmanned surface and underwater vessels over the next five years.
The Navy just released its 30-year shipbuilding plan, which reflects a growing emphasis on the use of drones in maritime combat.
Between now and 2026, the Navy aims to acquire 12 large unmanned surface vessels, one medium unmanned surface vessel and 8 extra-large unmanned underwater vessels, according to the plan.
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