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Advanced Sonar And AI Could Revolutionize Mine Countermeasures
The US Navy is exploring the use of remote mine hunting technologies to accelerate the clearance of naval mines, which remain a significant threat to global commerce and military operations. Advanced Acoustic Concepts, a Thales company, is developing solutions that combine unmanned vessels, advanced sonar, and artificial intelligence to improve the ‘find, fix, and finish’ kill chain. The company’s SAMDIS sonar sensor and Angler countermine ROV system are key components of this effort, which aims to reduce the time and risk associated with traditional mine hunting and clearance methods. This development was first reported by Breaking Defense.