Northrop’s colossal Manta Ray underwater drone passes at-sea tests

Summary

1. Manta Ray’s designers declined to provide specifics about the vessel’s dimensions.
2. Vessel designed for full autonomy; minimal human interaction or maintenance needed.
3. The prototype features multiple bays for payloads of different types and sizes.

References

• Media Check: Defense News - Media Bias Fact Check (HIGH CREDIBILITY) 
• Collections | The Runway (airforce.gov.au)
• RAAF RUNWAY: RATIONALE, GUIDELINES, LEARNING OUTCOMES, ETC.