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Manta Ray

Extra-large, long-endurance uncrewed underwater glider prototype built for DARPA.

by Northrop Grumman

PrototypeUncrewed vesselUnderseaFirst flight2024

Extra-large UUV test bed developed under DARPA's Manta Ray program to operate for long periods without crewed vessels or port support. Completed full-scale at-sea trials off Southern California in 2024.

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  1. First flightReported

    Full-scale at-sea trials off Southern California

    SourcesC4ISRNET

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    NewsNorthrop’s colossal Manta Ray underwater drone passes at-sea tests

    C4ISRNET · May 2, 2024 · Supports: System, System milestone

    “Northrop Grumman’s massive Manta Ray underwater test bed completed at-sea trials this year, validating its ability to operate below the waves and with minimal human contact.”

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