Emulation Module for Unmanned Systems (EMU)

Name: Emulation Module for Unmanned Systems (EMU)
Creator: Department of Defense
Keywords: CSO

Department of DefenseDefense Innovation Unit (DIU)

AI Overview

Navy seeks a remotely operated, modular signal-emulation capability for unmanned vessels to generate realistic ship radar and communications signals. This trains and calibrates new maritime sensors without costly crewed ships, enabling faster integration of unmanned platforms into fleet operations.

This summary is AI-generated from the official solicitation.

Key Details

Agency

Department of Defense

Funding Amount

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Release Date

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Due Date

April 8, 2026 (Closed)

Official Description

The Department of the Navy and the Department of War (DoW), in accordance with the National Security Strategy and the Chief of Naval Operations’ Navigation Plan, maintain freedom of navigation and access to the seas. This access is vital to the free flow of goods and national security, but the current fleet lacks sufficient assets to maintain a constant physical presence in many critical maritime areas. To extend its presence more effectively, the Navy is developing a hybrid fleet that combines ...

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Change History

Date ChangedMar 27, 2026 at 5:25 PM