Anschütz, a German navigation company, has developed a navigation and command system designed for autonomous and uncrewed maritime operations.
The company stated that the system, which is now ready for approval, offers a seamlessly integrated and holistic approach to navigation.
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It has been tested in autonomous operation mode and is currently being prepared for implementation in prototype vessels.
The autonomous navigation and command system equips navies with a sustainable capability that enhances safety for unmanned systems, while maintaining complete technological sovereignty.
This system provides precise and secure autonomous navigation, control, and operation of uncrewed platforms.
Additionally, it facilitates remote monitoring and control capabilities from a tactical operations centre (TOC), which could be situated onshore or aboard a mothership, the company notes.
Anschütz has also made provisions for the TOC systems to be deployed as a mobile, containerised solution.
The foundation of the integrated system is the SYNAPSIS Integrated Navigation System, which uses and augments secure technology.
The system’s capabilities include the monitoring and control of platforms, generating a maritime situational picture through the use of navigation sensors, optical sensors, and surveillance systems, as well as enhanced tactical target management.
It offers uncrewed vessels the benefit of precise and secure navigation and dynamic manoeuvrability with automated course and speed control, bolstered by a collision avoidance system.
The system automates target detection and classification, and integrates a range of tactical functions seamlessly.
Due to the meta-architecture, the system enables scaling from assistance systems to highly automated systems, as well as the monitoring and control of uncrewed surface vessels and automation solutions for larger combat ships.
As a reusable and modular system built on existing elements, designs, and standardised interfaces, it allows for straightforward integration and expansion of sensors, automation processes, and communication systems.
It also caters to specific security requirements of customers and can be adapted to future regulations and standards.
The system has various applications, including intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance operations, protection of maritime infrastructure and coastlines, and the detection and identification of mines and other underwater anomalies.
