VESSEL REVIEW | X-Wave 01 – Compact, durable USV for patrol, monitoring and survey missions

In the case of X-Wave 01, the electronics include a Terma radar, which can deliver accurate situational awareness. The USV's radar can be integrated with existing coastal radar systems, thus providing more comprehensive over-the-horizon coverage for operational commanders.

The USV also boasts counter-unmanned aerial system capability, thanks to a system provided by MyDefence. Teledyne Marine meanwhile supplied a passive acoustic monitoring array, which will enable the craft to detect and monitor underwater activity.

Other electronics that can be installed on the USV include electro-optical/infrared sensors and AIS. Among the craft’s equipment are winches, a subsea gondola, and an autonomous launch and recovery system for use with smaller unmanned vehicles.