Ursula USV
Product descripton: Ursula USV by NoviTechNet
Ursula is a small unmanned surface vehicle (USV) developed by NoviTechNet for reconnaissance and multi-role operations in rivers, canals, coastal zones, and other constrained aquatic environments. The platform is designed to operate in high-risk conditions where traditional systems have limited access or survivability.
The system is currently undergoing trials and testing, with full development and codification expected following completion of evaluation phases. Its compact form factor enables concealment in natural river environments while maintaining operational flexibility.
Ursula is designed for dual-use missions, including surveillance, payload delivery, and acting as a carrier platform for FPV drones. It can also be configured as a floating explosive device for strike missions or sabotage operations.
The platform reflects a broader trend in small-scale unmanned naval systems used for reconnaissance and asymmetric warfare in riverine and coastal theaters.
Key Features
- Compact unmanned surface vehicle (USV) for riverine and coastal operations
- Multi-role configuration: reconnaissance, strike, FPV drone carrier
- Extremely small physical footprint (~1 meter class)
- Capable of operating in rivers, canals, and coastal waters
- Designed for low visibility and concealment in natural environments
- Can function as a floating explosive platform (mine-like role)
- Supports extended standby operation in passive mode
- Battery-powered silent operation profile
- Designed for asymmetric and special operations environments
- Currently in active testing and pre-codification phase
Mission Roles
Reconnaissance & Surveillance
Used for monitoring rivers, canals, and coastal zones, providing situational awareness in contested or inaccessible areas.
FPV Drone Carrier
Functions as a mobile launch platform for FPV drones, extending strike reach from water-based positions.
Strike / Sabotage Operations
Can be configured to carry explosive payloads for targeted attacks against static or high-value targets.
Asymmetric Warfare Support
Designed for covert deployment in river networks and frontline water zones for unconventional mission profiles.
Technical specifications
| Parameter | Ursula USV |
|---|---|
| Platform Type | Unmanned Surface Vehicle (Riverine USV) |
| Mission Type | ISR / FPV Carrier / Strike / Sabotage |
| Length | ~1 m |
| Weight | ~8 kg |
| Payload Capacity | Up to 9 kg |
| Endurance | Up to 2 weeks standby mode |
| Propulsion | Battery-electric |
| Operating Environment | Rivers / canals / coastal waters |
| Visibility | Low-profile / high concealment design |
| Control Type | Remote / autonomous modes (as reported in trials) |
| Primary Roles | Reconnaissance, FPV deployment, explosive delivery |
| Status | Prototype / ongoing trials and testing phase |