HII & Path Robotics Sign MOU
Virginia-based military shipbuilder HII signed an MOU with Path Robotics to explore the integration of AI in welding for shipbuilding operations.
Eric Chewning, HII’s executive vice president of maritime systems and corporate strategy, expressed excitement to work with Path Robotics to ramp up the manned and unmanned vessel production for the U.S. Navy.
Boosting Productivity & Strengthening U.S Maritime Industrial Base
This development could boost productivity, strengthen the maritime industrial base and assist the workforce.
HII’s throughput increased by 14% in 2025, and the company is now targeting a rise of an extra 15% in 2026.
Collaborating with partners such as Path Robotics can help it achieve its desired shipbuilding throughput, Chewning added.
The Autonomous AI-based Welding Solution
The autonomous AI-based welding solution will help the company meet naval standards, increase efficiency, and meet quality benchmarks while maintaining the production schedule.
HII and Path Robotics will work together in developing autonomous shipbuilding capabilities, training people in automation and laying down an intellectual property framework for
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