The UK 's Royal Navy is conducting trials for a series of autonomous sea UAVs , specifically drones . More than 50 unmanned aerial, undersea and surface vehicles built by more than 40 companies will be put to the test near the Outer Hebrides. The Royal Navy 's senior technology officer says the new technology will be " critical " in protecting sailors in the most vulnerable and dangerous situations . Over 50 aircraft from more than 20 companies are to be tested near the Outer Hebrides in October .
The UK 's Royal Navy is conducting trials for a series of autonomous sea UAVs , specifically drones . The Royal Navy 's senior technology officer says the new technology will be " critical " in protecting sailors in the most vulnerable and dangerous situations . Over 50 aircraft from more than 20 companies are to be tested near the Outer Hebrides in October .