Taiwan's CSBC shipyard plans to produce 40 uncrewed surface vessels (USV) annually
Taiwan's New Unmanned Vessel, the Manta Ray, Takes Centre Stage at Taipei Aerospace Exhibition
The Taiwanese-built Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV) Manta Ray will make its public debut at the Taipei Aerospace and Defense Technology Exhibition, which kicks off today in Hall 1 of the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center.
The three-day event will showcase the Manta Ray's capabilities, including its remote control and expanded rear flight deck for drone docking. CSBC Corp, Taiwan, the company responsible for the Manta Ray's construction, has also revealed that the vessel's software was developed by a joint venture between domestic and foreign companies, excluding China.
The Manta Ray, designed as a trimaran to withstand rough seas in the Taiwan Strait, is capable of carrying its own drones under its main deck and is equipped to conduct kamikaze attacks or be outfitted with torpedoes. CSBC is also looking to develop a rescue ship version of the Manta Ray.
Despite the Manta Ray's impending public appearance, the sea acceptance tests (SATs) for the Hai Kun indigenous submarine will not be completed this month. CSBC is, however, working diligently to ensure that the Hai Kun meets its delivery deadline for November.
Meanwhile, CSBC deputy general manager Chou Chih-ming has confirmed that the Manta Ray's first public appearance was on March 25. Regarding the matter of the periscope, Chou stated that it falls squarely in the jurisdiction of the navy.
When asked about his participation in the Manta Ray's test dives, Tsai from CSBC declined to comment, stating that submarines have tight quarters and even he could not say if he would be on board. Tsai did mention the existence of contingencies regarding potential need for rescue operations, but did not disclose further details due to classified information.
Endeavor, another company involved in the Manta Ray's production, plans to start production of 40 Mantas per year, with the complete equipment of the ships coming exclusively from non-Chinese sources. One Manta hull can be produced every seven to 10 days on a single production line, allowing for efficient mass production.
Huang's comments about being on board the Hai Kun during diving tests were meant as a reassurance to the public, rather than an indication of his involvement in the Manta Ray's testing. CSBC is committed to ensuring the safety and reliability of all its vessels, including the Manta Ray.
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