The U.S. Navy is investing in uncrewed systems — in the air, on the water and beneath the surface — to augment existing and near-future military might.
The study will consider how DoD can apply novel technology and operational approaches to deter “emerging regional powers” from invading their neighbors.
The U.S. Navy's chief of naval operations hopes to conduct significant experimentation in the next five years to support deploying an early medium or large USV as part of a strike group in the 2027 time frame.
The chief of naval operations is interested in "every area where I can collaborate more closely" with allies and partners, be it current operations at sea or the development of future weapons.