12‑Metre Matrix

12-Metre Matrix USV — Purpose & Benefits

Purpose of the 12-Metre Matrix USV

The 12-Metre Matrix USV was developed to meet the growing demand for safe, efficient, and intelligent maritime operations. It performs critical missions without onboard crew, reducing risks and costs while extending operational range and duration.

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Safety

Removes humans from hostile waters, storms, and contaminated zones.

Efficiency

Operates continuously without fatigue, avoiding downtime.

Cost Reduction

No crew accommodation or life-support systems needed.

Data-Driven Operations

AI navigation collects and transmits real-time insights.

Sustainability

Optimised routing reduces fuel and emissions.

Repeatability

Delivers consistent, verifiable survey and monitoring results.

Benefits of the 12-Metre Matrix USV

Extended Operations

24/7 running without fatigue; fewer port calls required.

Enhanced Safety

Protects crews from combat zones and harsh conditions.

Versatility

Configurable payload bays for surveys, ISR, or rescue missions.

Precision & Autonomy

AI planning ensures accuracy in navigation and sea-state handling.

Cost Effectiveness

Lower overheads than manned vessels of similar size.

Environmental Impact

Hybrid/low-emission propulsion reduces environmental footprint.

In Summary

The 12-Metre Matrix USV is a next-generation autonomous vessel—expanding human capability at sea while lowering risks, costs, and environmental harm.

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Next-generation autonomous solutions for maritime operations, surveillance, and rescue missions

The 12-Metre Matrix USV: Purpose & Innovation

The maritime industry stands at the threshold of a revolutionary transformation. Just as autonomous vehicles are reshaping land transportation, Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs) like our 12-Metre Matrix are pioneering the future of maritime operations, offering unprecedented capabilities while addressing critical challenges in marine environments.

🎯 Why Unmanned Surface Vehicles?

The motivation for developing USVs stems from several critical industry needs:

  • Human Safety: Eliminate crew exposure to dangerous conditions, rough seas, and hazardous environments
  • Cost Efficiency: Reduce operational expenses by eliminating crew accommodation, food, and life support systems
  • Extended Operations: Enable 24/7 missions without fatigue limitations or crew rotation requirements
  • Precision & Consistency: Deliver repeatable, accurate operations free from human error and environmental stress
  • Access to Hostile Areas: Operate in contaminated, combat, or extreme weather zones unsafe for human crews

🚢 The 12-Metre Matrix Advantage

Our flagship USV represents the pinnacle of autonomous marine technology:

  • Optimal Size: 12-metre length provides perfect balance of capability, stability, and deployability
  • Modular Design: Configurable payloads adapt to diverse mission requirements
  • Proven Reliability: Built on aerospace-grade technology with military-standard robustness
  • Intelligent Autonomy: Advanced AI enables independent decision-making and adaptive responses
  • Multi-Domain Operations: Seamlessly operates across civilian, commercial, and defense sectors

🌊 Revolutionary Benefits of USV Technology

Economic Impact

  • Reduce operational costs by up to 70% compared to crewed vessels
  • Eliminate crew wages, accommodation, and life support expenses
  • Lower insurance premiums due to reduced human risk factors
  • Maximize vessel utilization with continuous operations

Operational Excellence

  • Execute missions in extreme weather conditions
  • Maintain precise positioning and navigation accuracy
  • Provide real-time data collection and analysis
  • Enable rapid deployment and scalable operations

Environmental Benefits

  • Reduced fuel consumption through optimized autonomous routing
  • Minimal environmental disturbance during research operations
  • Lower emissions compared to traditional crewed vessels
  • Enable extensive environmental monitoring and protection

Strategic Advantages

  • Maintain persistent surveillance without crew fatigue
  • Deploy multiple units for coordinated fleet operations
  • Access denied or dangerous areas safely
  • Gather intelligence without risking human assets

🚀 The Future of Maritime Operations

The 12-Metre Matrix USV isn't just a technological achievement—it's a paradigm shift that transforms how we approach maritime challenges. By combining cutting-edge autonomy with practical design, we're delivering solutions that were previously impossible, making the seas safer, operations more efficient, and missions more successful.

Our Mission: To revolutionize maritime operations through intelligent autonomous systems that enhance human capability while ensuring safety, efficiency, and environmental responsibility.

Mission Planner Control for Unmanned Surface Vehicles

Wave Optimization

  • Advanced algorithms to minimize wave effects on vessel performance
  • Enhanced stability in rough sea conditions
  • Optimized power consumption and efficiency

Integrated Design

  • Compact unit with integrated IMU
  • Built-in Mission Management Computer
  • All-in-one solution reducing complexity

Safety Systems

  • Turn over protection with automatic detection
  • Immediate safety procedures (engine kill)
  • Emergency stop system for critical situations

Zone Management

  • Configurable Sail and No-Sail zones
  • Real-time zone violation warnings
  • GEO-fence functionality for restricted areas

Mothership Protection

  • Proximity detection system
  • Automatic collision prevention
  • Safe approach protocols

Advanced Navigation

  • GPS and dual GPS compass integration
  • Heading definition without GPS dependency
  • Automated obstacle avoidance

Performance Capabilities

High-Speed Operations

  • Maximum speed of 30-33 knots
  • Quick emergency response capability
  • Diesel in-board propulsion system

Extended Communications

  • LTE communication up to 350 km range
  • Real-time video and data transmission
  • On-board VHF relay system

Night Operations

  • Photoelectric pod for night searches
  • High-resolution night photography
  • Thermal and night vision cameras

Smart Rescue Equipment

  • Deployable life-raft systems
  • Remote controlled life buoy
  • Multi-environment rescue capability

Mission Applications

🔍 Intelligence & Surveillance

Advanced reconnaissance and monitoring capabilities with real-time data transmission

🚁 Combat Search & Rescue

Rapid response emergency operations with smart rescue equipment deployment

🛡️ Force Protection

Close-in defense and deterrence capabilities for maritime security

⚔️ Surface Warfare

Multiple configurable military payloads for combat operations

🌊 Hydrographic Survey

Hull mounted and towed sensor surveys for inland and offshore operations

🏗️ Infrastructure Monitoring

Tailings dam bathymetry, oil & gas, and offshore wind farm surveys

🌍 Environmental Monitoring

Oceanographic surveys and environmental data collection

👥 Fleet Operations

Autonomous team coordination for massive-scale search and rescue missions

VECTOR System Series

VECTOR-400 Flight Control System

Advanced, robust, and highly reliable flight control system featuring built-in physical and logical redundancy. Meets demanding MIL-STD standards with flexible architecture.

  • Preferred for aerial target platforms
  • Optimized for Uncrewed Surface Vehicles
  • Environmental monitoring capabilities
  • Maritime inspection and coastal operations
  • DP2 dynamic positioning rating

VECTOR-MCC Mission Control Computer

Enhanced integration system for custom payload control with camera-guided modes, enabling First Person View (FPV) operations for increased precision.

  • Segregated critical and non-critical tasks
  • Custom payload software compatibility
  • Independent Flight Control Computer operation
  • AI application support and integration
  • Remote payload operation capabilities

Ready to Deploy Advanced USV Solutions?

Contact us to learn more about our cutting-edge unmanned systems technology

📧 info@usvmatrix.com

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