Talisman UUV

Overview

The Talisman UUV is a fully autonomous unmanned mini-sub designed and made by BAE Systems. It has the capability to perform shoreline reconnaissance when the risks may be deemed too high, or conditions unsuitable, for human operators. The Talisman system comprises a vehicle and remote control console. The vehicle can be re-programmed in mid-mission by satellite and features a carbon fibre hull giving it a stealth-like profile and low observability. Talisman can carry a wide variety of payloads, such as image capture, environmental sensors or mine counter measures.

Key facts

Payload

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Reach

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Speed

2.54 m/s

Weight

1,800 kg

IP rating

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Battery

24 h

Power

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Autonomy

fully autonomous

Launch year

2004

Price

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Status

active