DriX H-8
The DriX H-8 is a medium-range uncrewed surface vessel developed by Exail for hydrographic, geophysical, and maritime intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance missions. It measures 7.71 meters in length, weighs 1,600 kg, and offers up to 10 days of endurance with a maximum range of 1,000 nautical miles at speeds up to 14 knots.
Overview and Use Cases
The DriX H-8 is an uncrewed surface vessel designed for maritime operations including hydrographic surveys, geophysical investigations, and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions. It supports both autonomous operations with human monitoring and remote-controlled modes, with operators able to intervene but not performing the survey task itself.
Key Capabilities
- Supervised autonomous and remote-controlled operation modes
- Multi-sensor payload integration for simultaneous data collection
- Extended endurance for prolonged missions
- Towed vehicle deployment via Launch and Recovery System (LARS)
- Inertial navigation systems for precise positioning
Specifications
- Length: 7.71 m
- Weight: 1,600 kg
- Maximum Speed: 14 knots
- Range: 1,000 nautical miles
- Endurance: Up to 10 days
- Fuel Capacity: 550 litres
Payload and Sensors
The DriX H-8 accommodates multi-sensor payloads including:
- Multibeam echosounders (e.g., Norbit B51S)
- Forward-looking sonars
- Radar systems
- Cameras and electro-optical systems
- Inertial navigation systems
- Launch and Recovery System (LARS) for towed vehicle deployment
Applications
The platform has been acquired by multiple customers for various maritime missions. Documented deployments include France's SHOM (Service Hydrographique et Océanographique de la Marine), Orlen Petrobaltic for Baltic Sea operations, and an unnamed European nation which acquired five units for ISR purposes. The DriX H-8 has been validated in NATO exercises and joint trials with United States and French naval forces.
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