DESCRIPTION
Knifefish is a next-generation mine-hunting unmanned underwater vehicle developed by Northrop Grumman, representing the U.S. Navy’s vision for autonomous underwater threat detection. Introduced in the 2010s, it focuses on precise sonar imaging and long-endurance autonomous missions. Unlike manned mine-hunting operations, Knifefish performs detection tasks without exposing personnel to underwater explosives.
FEATURES
- Advanced synthetic aperture sonar
- Long-range autonomous mission capability
- High-resolution seabed imaging
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Physical | |
| Weight | ~770 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | H 5.8 m |
| Materials | Military-grade composite hull |
| Mobility | |
| Movement Type | Aquatic |
| Power | |
| Battery Life | ~16 – 24 hours (mission dependent) |
| Charging Type | Dock-based charging |
| Sensing & Compute | |
| Sensors | Synthetic aperture sonar, navigation sonar, inertial navigation |
| Connectivity | Acoustic underwater communication |
| Software / AI | Autonomous naval mission control |
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Physical | |
| Weight | ~770 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | H 5.8 m |
| Materials | Military-grade composite hull |
| Mobility | |
| Movement Type | Aquatic |
| Power | |
| Battery Life | ~16 – 24 hours (mission dependent) |
| Charging Type | Dock-based charging |
| Sensing & Compute | |
| Sensors | Synthetic aperture sonar, navigation sonar, inertial navigation |
| Connectivity | Acoustic underwater communication |
| Software / AI | Autonomous naval mission control |
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What is the Knifefish?
Knifefish is a next-generation mine-hunting unmanned underwater vehicle developed by Northrop Grumman, representing the U.S. Navy’s vision for autonomous underwater threat detection. Introduced in the 2010s, it focuses on precise sonar imaging and long-endurance autonomous missions.
Who makes the Knifefish?
The Knifefish is made by Northrop Grumman, a robotics company based in United States.
How much does the Knifefish cost?
Northrop Grumman has not publicly announced pricing for the Knifefish. You can enquire through RobotAIGeek for current pricing.
What is the Knifefish used for?
The Knifefish is designed for exploration and monitoring. It is used in defence settings.
How much does the Knifefish weigh?
The Knifefish weighs ~770 kg.
What is the battery life of the Knifefish?
The Knifefish runs for ~16 – 24 hours (mission dependent) on a charge.
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