EXPLORA 2005 concept & systems DEMO for littoral reconnaissance (MCM, REA, harbor protection) and R&T activities

New technologies related to AUVs will probably change Navy concept of operation for MCM, REA and harbor protection. GESMA (French R&T defense center) organized in close cooperation with Navy forces and the EPSHOM hydrographic center a demonstration of concept and technologies, called Explora '05, in order to have industrials, scientists and military working together during a common week of sea trials.