C-Worker 5
The C-Worker 5 is an 18-foot autonomous surface vessel (USV) manufactured by L3Harris ASV for maritime survey, hydrographic, and subsea inspection missions. Diesel-powered and capable of zero-crew operation via the ASView control system, it has been deployed by academic institutions, NOAA, and commercial operators for long-endurance autonomous missions.
Overview and Use Cases
The C-Worker 5 is a purpose-built autonomous surface vessel designed for extended maritime operations without onboard crew. It operates autonomously on pre-planned missions using the ASView control system and requires surface computers and remote monitoring infrastructure. The vessel has been deployed by the University of Southern Mississippi, UC San Diego, NOAA, and commercial maritime operators. Its operational history includes completion of over 11,000 km of hydrographic surveys.
Primary use cases include hydrographic surveying, maritime environmental monitoring, subsea inspection, and data acquisition in challenging or remote maritime environments.
Key Capabilities
- Autonomous operation with zero onboard crew requirement
- Long-endurance diesel-powered propulsion
- Remote operating range of 5,000 m
- Integrated payload management system with air-conditioned 19" equipment rack in hull
- Stern-mounted winch and A-frame for payload deployment
- Dual davit LARS (Launch and Recovery System)
- Internal payload bay for data acquisition sensors and instrumentation
- Pre-planned autonomous mission execution
Specifications
Physical Dimensions and Weight:
- Length: approximately 5.5–5.6 m (18 feet)
- Beam (width): 1.7–1.8 m
- Height: 1.8 m
- Draft: 0.9 m
- Weight: 1,900–2,300 kg in air (approximately 3,500 lbs dry weight; 5,000 lbs fully fueled)
Propulsion and Fuel:
- Diesel-powered
- Fuel capacity: 200 gallons
- Maximum speed: 8–12 knots (8 knots confirmed by independent sources; 12 knots represents vendor specification maximum)
Control and Range:
- Remote operating range: 5,000 m
- Autonomous control via ASView system
- Surface computer and monitoring infrastructure required
Manufacturer
The C-Worker 5 is manufactured by L3Harris ASV, located in Portchester, UK. The system was originally developed by ASV Global, which is now part of L3Harris Technologies.
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