Helsing, a German defense technology startup, is developing a fleet of AI-equipped underwater drones capable of patrolling subsea regions for up to three months. With advanced AI software that detects threats and identifies vessels by sound patterns, these drones can be operated in large numbers by a single operator. This initiative comes in response to growing threats to vital subsea cables, crucial for internet connectivity. Experts note the drones' effectiveness in monitoring infrastructure, although they also point out potential vulnerabilities to electronic jamming affecting navigation.
We must harness new technologies to keep pace with the threats against our critical infrastructure, national waters, and way of life,
Underwater drones such as the ones being developed by Helsing would be effective at monitoring underwater infrastructure.
Each drone's detection range is quite short, but the system is designed to manage dozens or even hundreds at a time.
These drones could be vulnerable to electronic jamming, which could impact their navigation systems.
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