Lockheed Martin Australia - Future Submarine - Novel Recovery Approaches of Submarine-launched UUVs and UAVs

Tender ID: 451103

Tender Details

Tender #:
FSP-CS-RT-137  
Status:
Closed
Publish Date:
26 March 2021
Closing Date:
16 April 2021

Tender Description

This research aims at investigating potential methods of recovering submarine-launched UUVs and UAVs through both traditionally sized torpedo tube and other novel approaches. Installation of temporary support equipment may be included as part of the recovery system design. This study will explore non-conventional recovery approaches and evaluate their pros/cons against methods currently being considered.
R&D deliverable's will include a report comprising a detailed literature review of the relevant areas and methods; identification and evaluation of appropriate models and methods; a detailed plan proposing future research; and the identification of suitable measures of effectiveness and/or measures of performance to help quantify the value of the research.