UK’s uncrewed experimental sub shows it can fire torpedoes
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XV Excalibur hailed as first US or UK underwater drone to let one off in tests
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A hi-tech control room with multiple monitors displaying underwater footage and sonar readings, where a technician looks at a screen showing a torpedo firing sequence.
Caption: XV Excalibur: Autonomous sub now capable of firing torpedoes without a crew to feel guilty about it.
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Based on the original story on theregister.com.
Editor's note
The UK's successful firing of torpedoes from its unmanned underwater vehicle, XV Excalibur, is a significant milestone in maritime technology, demonstrating the vehicle's advanced capabilities and paving the way for future autonomous naval operations.
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Panel 1
*Alex is at a workbench, tinkering with circuit boards and wires. Sam stands behind him, looking over his shoulder.*
Alex: I've got the XV Excalibur firing torpedoes! Imagine the possibilities!
Sam: Like what? Sending it to deliver pizza underwater?
Panel 2
*Alex and Sam are now in a model boat shop, looking at a scale model of the XV Excalibur submerged in a tank. Robin, holding a remote control, is standing beside them.*
Robin: Hey, can I play with the drone? Maybe it can help me find my lost action figures in the bathtub!
Alex: Sure thing! Just don't set it to self-destruct mode.
Panel 3
*The XV Excalibur is depicted firing a torpedo at a giant floating cheeseburger in a mock naval battle scenario. Alex and Sam are watching from a nearby beach, while Robin cheers them on.*
Robin: Wow, that's awesome! Now let's teach it to fire marshmallows at clouds!
Sam: Good luck with that.
Alex: The future is bright, my friends. The future is underwater and delicious!
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