The world's fastest Chinese-developed unmanned surface vehicle (USV), the "Tianxing-1," was unveiled at the fifth China Marine¹ Economy Expo in Zhanjiang, Guangdong Province on Thursday, Chinanews.com reported.

 

中国研发的世界最快无人艇“天行一号”周四在广东湛江第五届中国海洋经济博览会上亮相。
 

 

Jointly² researched and developed by Harbin Engineering University and Shenzhen HiSiBi Boats Company, the production of the USV was completed in September this year.

 

With a top speed over 50 knots (92.6 km/h), the USV is electric-gasoline hybrid³ with a length of 12.2 meters and a full displacement⁴ of 7.5 tons.

 

"The USV can be used in maritime⁵ law enforcement and as an addition to navy manpower. It also can be used in dangerous situations," said Huang Zhuo from HiSiBi Boats Company, the largest manufacturer of speedboats in China.

 

"Previously⁶, the world's fastest USV was part of the British military, with a top speed of 50 knots. However, this Chinese-made one has overtaken it and become the fastest," Huang added.

 

"Some manned speedboats can reach up to 70 knots in speed but need to be controlled by experienced drivers as heavy storms and obstacles may increase the risk of danger. This is also a challenge the USV faces," Huang added.

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