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		causal on May 3, 2024 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Manta Ray UUV prototype completes in-water testing It's still much wider-bodied than any glider I've seen. I'm guessing this is because of the need for larger payload bays.

ryanisnan on May 3, 2024 | [–]

The answer is probably explosives, but are there other payloads you think this thing might carry?

Comms? SIG-INT equipment?

causal on May 3, 2024 | | [–]

Given the autonomous nature I'd be surprised if it were used offensively anytime soon, so I'd guess the latter.

marcosdumay on May 3, 2024 | [–]

You don't need as much wing-area underwater as you need on the air.

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