The Seahorse-class Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) is maneuvered into position in Sea Fighter's (FSF-1) mission bay during launch and recovery testing. At 28 feet, six inches, and weighing 10,800 pounds, Seahorse is an untethered, unmanned, underwater robotic vehicle, capable of pre-programmed independent operations. The Office of Naval Research (ONR) sponsors the demonstrations. U.S. Navy photo by Mr. John F. Williams
Posted: 06/01/2006