UAPS20 is an autopilot system that can be installed on an RHIB boat to obtain an unmanned surface vehicle.
The system is manufactured by SIEL (Italy) and is composed of: an Autopilot Control unit (ACU) installed on a 7.5 RHIB Rigid Hulled Inflatable Boat. an Operator Control Unit (OCS) to remotely monitor and control the USV an optional Central Monitoring Station (CMS) to monitor a fleet of up 15 USV units. Currently, 25 systems are already in operation.
Features The UAPS20 is a brand of a multi-mission unmanned surface vehicles. The platform is capable of carrying up to 2100 kg of payload for different tasks, among those: Remote surveillance using sonar, radar, and camera. Remote mine hunting and countermeasures. Protection of harbours. Naval targets. Remotely operated underwater vehicle (ROUV or ROV) autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) remote launch/control platform.
The autopilot system allows full autonomous modes or remote control mode from the OCS station.
General specifications Length: Weight: 1250 kg (without payload) Engine: 150 Hp 4 stroke outboard Payload: up to 2100 kg Speed:
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References
Sources SIEL page on UAPS20