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First Autonomous Boat Approved Offshore | Providence News
A historic leap in maritime tech: Atlantic Endurance, an 82-foot autonomous vessel off Rhode Island, becomes the first U.S. boat to earn Coast Guard approval for offshore autonomous testing. Built originally for offshore wind, it’s now a Navy testbed equipped with AI, sensors, and cameras to detect marine life and navigate complex waters—while humans remain on standby for tricky maneuvers. Cybersecurity experts are already “red teaming” the system to patch vulnerabilities before deployment. With no fixed timeline, this isn’t just a boat—it’s a glimpse into the future of unmanned naval…
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