14 DISC
Ship Launched Multi Domain Autonomous Naval Tactical Attack Drone (MANTA-Drone) for ISR and Targeting
Develop an autonomous, ship launched surface asset, capable of undertaking persistent surface surveillance and provide targeting data to own forces at extended ranges. The craft shall be capable of being carried and operated from IN ships (Length NMT 7 m, Width NMT 2.8 m and Weight NMT 2.7 Tons).The craft shall have the capability to operate in autonomous mode (navigation and collision avoidance) beyond 750 nm from launch platform and have an endurance of at least 07 days. The operating system shall have AI built in for target identification, coordination with other similar crafts and passing of targeting information. The payload shall consist of EO/IR sensor, LRF, SATCOM with encryption (with high band width), mesh capable V/UHF SDR and two multi copters for enhanced surface surveillance. the system craft incorporate stealth features to ensure low RCS. When in designated station, the craft shall submerge and only the payloads above water on a 1.5 m mast
