What is Topcat?
TopCat is an Autonomous Surface Vessel developed by the Centre for Maritime Engineering Control and Imaging at Flinders University. It is a highly capable research and data collection platform that aims to demonstrate the potential for autonomy in marine environments.
Autonomous Surface Vessels are the future of maritime technology. They will provide the capability to undertake long endurance missions in hostile environments. Perfect for difficult and dangerous tasks such as search and rescue or maritime patrol and surveillance. These vessels often use electric propulsion and can work in protected areas to complete environmental monitoring and coastal mapping tasks.