Pentagon Eyes New ‘Robot Ship’ Concept for Low-Profile, All-Domain Logistics

The Pentagon has put out a call for designs of a new vessel that could move gear to troops across long distances without a crew on board.

Through the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), the department laid out requirements for a ship that can haul 18,000 pounds (8,165 kilograms) of cargo, including bulk liquids and “all classes” of supply.

The vessel must be able to sail on its own for over four days, while still allowing human operators to take control remotely during critical moments such as port departure and approach.

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