MV Wavelab advances autonomous navigation

MV 'Wavelab' research catamaran

Source: CAPTN

The MV Wavelab research catamaran is continuing its work on the Kiel Fjord in Germany, collecting data, training AI-based algorithms and testing new functions, sensors and systems

Part of the CAPTN initiative to develop autonomous public transport, the Wavelab’s current priority is to develop assistance systems for navigation.

On board the vessel, Germany’s largest autonomous research catamaran, is the Anschütz integrated navigation system, designed to enhance maritime safety and navigation.

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