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Unmanned Underwater Vehicle (UUV)

Challenges to Underwater Sovereignty and Indonesia’s Naval Modernization

Challenges to Underwater Sovereignty and Indonesia’s Naval Modernization

By Iqbal Bagus Alfiansyah and Muhammad Fauzan Malufti
The country's military modernization drive needs to include measures to improve its underwater defense capabilities.
Taking Stock of India’s Evolving Unmanned Undersea Capabilities

Taking Stock of India’s Evolving Unmanned Undersea Capabilities

By Biyon Sony Joseph
India’s new autonomous underwater vehicles is a milestone for its efforts in the UUV sector.

North Korea Says It Tested New Underwater Nuclear Attack System

North Korea Says It Tested New Underwater Nuclear Attack System

By Mitch Shin
North Korea said it tested a new “unmanned underwater nuclear attack craft” as the South Korea-U.S. drills drew to a close.

Make Way for South Korea’s Underwater Drones

Make Way for South Korea’s Underwater Drones

By Sukjoon Yoon
The ROK’S “Smart Navy” is a vital project, but will require more than just new technology.

China Enters the UUV Fray

China Enters the UUV Fray

By David R. Strachan
HSU001 provides an intriguing look into China’s unmanned undersea ambitions.
US Intelligence: Russia’s Nuclear-Capable ‘Poseidon’ Underwater Drone Ready for Service by 2027

US Intelligence: Russia’s Nuclear-Capable ‘Poseidon’ Underwater Drone Ready for Service by 2027

By Franz-Stefan Gady
According to a U.S. intelligence assessment, the ‘Poseidon’ has been tested 11 times to date.

Russia: Project 09852 Nuclear Torpedo-Carrying Sub to Enter Service in 2020

Russia: Project 09852 Nuclear Torpedo-Carrying Sub to Enter Service in 2020

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Russia’s first submarine capable of launching the Poseidon nuclear-tipped torpedo will reportedly be operational next year.
Russia’s First 'Poseidon' Underwater Drone-Carrying Submarine to Be Launched in 2019

Russia’s First 'Poseidon' Underwater Drone-Carrying Submarine to Be Launched in 2019

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The first nuclear-powered submarine capable of carrying the Poseidon underwater drone will be launched this spring, according to Vladimir Putin.

Putin: Russia Has Completed ‘Key Stage of Trials’ of Nuclear-Capable Poseidon Underwater Drone

Putin: Russia Has Completed ‘Key Stage of Trials’ of Nuclear-Capable Poseidon Underwater Drone

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Russia’s new underwater weapon system has cleared an important milestone, according to the Russian President.

Russia to Deploy Over 30 Nuclear-Capable ‘Poseidon’ Underwater Drones

Russia to Deploy Over 30 Nuclear-Capable ‘Poseidon’ Underwater Drones

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Russian Navy plans to induct over 30 ‘Poseidon’ underwater drones, according to a Russian defense industry source.

Russia (Once Again) Announces Start of Sea Trials of ‘Doomsday Weapon’

Russia (Once Again) Announces Start of Sea Trials of ‘Doomsday Weapon’

By Franz-Stefan Gady
For the second time in 2018, Russia has announced the beginning of sea trials of its ‘Poseidon’ underwater drone.
Taiwan’s Future Submarines Should Be Unmanned

Taiwan’s Future Submarines Should Be Unmanned

By Tobias Burgers and Scott N. Romaniuk
Taiwan faces a steep learning curve in building submarines, but it has proven expertise in unmanned systems.

Russia Begins Sea Trials of Nuclear-Capable ‘Poseidon’ Underwater Drone

Russia Begins Sea Trials of Nuclear-Capable ‘Poseidon’ Underwater Drone

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Russia’s latest doomsday weapon is designed to create a radioactive Tsunami wave that would engulf entire coastal cities.
Chinese Underwater Drones Eyed for Possible Sub-detection Role

Chinese Underwater Drones Eyed for Possible Sub-detection Role

By Steven Stashwick
Can Chinese underwater drones help track foreign submarines?

US Designing New Unmanned Vehicles to Help Its Subs Detect Adversaries

US Designing New Unmanned Vehicles to Help Its Subs Detect Adversaries

By Steven Stashwick
UUVs would give U.S. Subs active sonar without revealing themselves.

Will Hybrid Warfare Protect America’s Interests in the South China Sea?

Will Hybrid Warfare Protect America’s Interests in the South China Sea?

By Tobias Burgers & Scott N. Romaniuk
The pros and cons of increasing the use of unmanned vehicles in the South China Sea.

US-China Underwater Drone Incident: Legal Grey Areas

US-China Underwater Drone Incident: Legal Grey Areas

By Mark J. Valencia
The legal case against China's actions is not as clear cut as some U.S. scholars argue.
Hybrid Warfare in the South China Sea: The United States’ ‘Little Grey (Un)Men'

Hybrid Warfare in the South China Sea: The United States’ ‘Little Grey (Un)Men'

By Tobias J. Burgers & Scott N. Romaniuk
Unmanned systems are ideal for hybrid/political warfare, and UUVs are the newest sharks in the water.

The Next South China Sea Flashpoint: Unmanned Systems

The Next South China Sea Flashpoint: Unmanned Systems

By Elsa Kania
Both China and the U.S. are increasingly using unmanned vehicles in contested waters.
China Says Will Hand Over Captured US Drone, All Actions 'Professional and Responsible'

China Says Will Hand Over Captured US Drone, All Actions 'Professional and Responsible'

By Shannon Tiezzi
The Ministry of Defense statement has worrying implications for China's ambitions in the South China Sea.

Russia Tests Nuclear-Capable Underwater Drone

Russia Tests Nuclear-Capable Underwater Drone

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The test of the unmanned underwater vehicle prototype reportedly took place on November 27.

Unmanned Systems May Kill Any Prospect of Peace in East and Southeast Asia

Unmanned Systems May Kill Any Prospect of Peace in East and Southeast Asia

By Tobias J. Burgers and Scott N. Romaniuk
It is only a matter of time before drones are put to use in Asia's maritime conflicts.

Unmanned Systems and Manned Conflict in East Asia

Unmanned Systems and Manned Conflict in East Asia

By Tobias Burgers and Scott N. Romaniuk
Potential (mis)use of military robotic technology in East Asia's maritime conflicts is enormous.
Revealed: Russia’s Top Secret Nuclear Torpedo

Revealed: Russia’s Top Secret Nuclear Torpedo

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Moscow’s new weapon could obliterate entire coastal cities.

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