India, with its extensive coastline stretching over 7,500 kilometers, faces a unique set of maritime security challenges. Protecting these vast shores against military threats, natural disasters, and accidents is paramount to safeguarding national interests.
Saab, a global leader in defence and security solutions, offers a comprehensive suite of unmanned underwater systems tailored to enhance India's maritime security capabilities.
These systems are designed to address a wide range of challenges, from mine countermeasures (MCM) and anti-submarine warfare (ASW) to counterterrorism and disaster response.
As India modernizes its naval capabilities, Saab's cutting-edge technologies, including the AUV62 System, Double Eagle Sarov, and Sea Wasp, present innovative solutions to enhance India's readiness for both security operations and disaster response.
AUV62: A Multi-Role Underwater Workhorse
One of Saab's flagship solutions for India is the AUV62 System, a modular Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) designed for long-range autonomous missions.This advanced system is equipped with state-of-the-art technology for mission planning, evaluation, launch, and recovery, providing India with a versatile tool for various underwater operations.
The AUV62 is not just a tool for surveillance and reconnaissance; it also boasts capabilities for anti-submarine warfare (ASW) training. It can be configured as a self-propelled underwater advanced trainer, ideal for training Indian naval forces in ASW tactics and operational scenarios.
Given the importance of ASW operations in safeguarding India's maritime borders, the ability to conduct realistic training without putting crew members at risk is invaluable.
Furthermore, the AUV62 is equipped for Mine Reconnaissance (MR), utilizing high-resolution side-looking sonar for precise detection of underwater mines. This capability is vital for ensuring safe passage for naval vessels and commercial shipping along India's strategic maritime routes.
The system's flexibility and long-range autonomous capability make it an indispensable asset for India's naval forces, improving both operational efficiency and safety.
Double Eagle Sarov: Adaptable MCM Solution
Saab's Double Eagle Sarov is another advanced system that offers India versatile solutions for Mine Countermeasures (MCM). It can operate as both an Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) and a Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV).As an AUV, it is equipped with an onboard inertial navigation system for autonomous underwater operations, ideal for detecting and identifying underwater threats like mines.
Alternatively, the Double Eagle Sarov can function as an ROV with a multi-kilometer-long fiber-optic tether, allowing for real-time communication and power supply. This dual functionality provides India with a highly adaptable system for a wide range of underwater missions.
During MCM operations, the Double Eagle Sarov is capable of detection, classification, and disposal of underwater mines, playing a key role in ensuring the safety of both naval and commercial vessels navigating India's extensive coastal waters.
Sea Wasp: Countering Underwater IED Threats
In partnership with the Combating Terrorism Technical Support Office (CTTSO) of the United States, Saab has developed the Sea Wasp, a revolutionary waterborne anti-IED (Improvised Explosive Device) security platform.Inspired by successful robotic systems designed to dispose of land-based IEDs, the Sea Wasp takes the concept underwater, addressing the growing threat of waterborne IEDs that could jeopardize the security of India's maritime borders.
The Sea Wasp is a latest-generation ROV designed with a high degree of operational autonomy, making it an ideal solution for detecting and neutralizing IEDs in India's coastal waters.
By integrating cutting-edge robotic systems into maritime security, the Sea Wasp enhances the safety of critical naval assets, port facilities, and coastal infrastructure.
Saab's Solutions: Enhancing India's Maritime Security
As India continues to expand its naval and maritime capabilities, Saab's unmanned underwater systems offer crucial technological advancements to enhance the country's defence readiness.The AUV62, Double Eagle Sarov, and Sea Wasp are prime examples of how Saab's innovations can be integrated into India's naval strategy, ensuring that the nation is well-equipped to address both traditional and emerging maritime threats.
With an increasingly complex maritime environment, India must leverage the best technologies available to maintain control over its coastal waters. Saab's solutions not only provide effective countermeasures against underwater threats such as mines and IEDs but also enhance India's ability to respond to natural disasters, accidents, and military threats quickly and efficiently.
