Shift Coastal Technologies’ new unmanned surface vehicle (USV) is looking to extend autonomous capabilities into hazardous littoral zones, supporting high-risk maritime missions.
Measuring 3.6 meters (11 feet) and weighing 280 kilograms (616 pounds), the OceanSled Explorer can carry up to 454 kilograms (1,000 pounds) of payload.
It is powered by up to three high-capacity rechargeable batteries and operates reliably in temperatures up to 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit).
Agile enough for surf, estuary, and river operations, the Explorer reaches a top speed of 6 knots (11 kilometers/7 miles per hour) while maintaining control in complex coastal environments.
Equipped with advanced sensors, real-time data links, and two-way voice communication, the USV provides continuous monitoring and situational awareness across littoral zones.
Expanding the Maritime Edge
Developed by James Spencer, the OceanSled Explorer combines civilian-grade construction with military-grade versatility to take on a wide variety of maritime missions.
It supports intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) operations, port and maritime security, asset inspection, and sonar mapping.
The USV can also perform digital twinning and high-resolution image capture, and supports ship-to-ship and ship-to-shore logistics in both classified and unclassified settings.
A modular design allows payloads to be configured quickly, making the Explorer suitable for commercial and defense missions.
