Neptune Dynamix builds solar‑powered autonomous unmanned surface vessels that can operate for up to three months without refueling, delivering continuous 200 W (2000 W burst) power for a variety of sensors, communications and on‑board processing. Their low‑profile, self‑righting catamaran platforms support modular payloads up to 50 lb (scalable to larger capacities) and use edge‑AI for COLREGS‑compliant navigation, collision avoidance, and swarm coordination, with high‑bandwidth Starlink or mesh links for real‑time ISR data. The vessels are attritable, quick to deploy from a standard container, and target defense, security, and commercial operators needing persistent, low‑cost monitoring of offshore assets.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Maritime surveillance and monitoring of critical ocean assets require persistent presence, but traditional naval vessels are limited in coverage, costly, and vulnerable, while existing unmanned surface solutions lack sufficient power and endurance for multi‑month ISR missions.
Solution
Neptune Dynamix offers autonomous, solar‑powered catamaran unmanned surface vessels (USVs) that operate independently for up to three months without refueling. The low‑profile, self‑righting platforms provide continuous 200 W (2000 W burst) power to support a wide range of sensors, communications, and on‑board processing. Integrated edge‑AI enables full autonomy, including COLREGS‑compliant collision avoidance, swarm coordination, and mission‑specific decision making. High‑bandwidth Starlink or mesh radio links deliver real‑time data streams to shore, while the modular payload architecture allows rapid reconfiguration for surveillance, logistics, or drone support. The vessels are attritable, rugged, and can be launched from a standard BICON container by two personnel in under an hour, enabling scalable, cost‑effective maritime monitoring.
Target Audience
Primary customers are defense and security agencies, maritime infrastructure operators, and commercial entities that need persistent, low‑cost monitoring of offshore assets such as wind farms, undersea cables, shipping lanes, and marine protected areas.
Features
- Solar‑powered catamaran design with passive self‑righting hull (patent pending) for operation in higher sea states
- Continuous 200 W power (2000 W burst) supporting up to 50 lb payloads; scalable models up to 500 lb and 500 W continuous power
- Autonomous navigation with edge‑AI collision avoidance, COLREGS compliance, and swarm collaboration capabilities
- Low radar signature and optional submergence stealth mode for reduced detectability
- High‑bandwidth communication via Starlink or mesh radio, enabling real‑time ISR data transmission over thousands of miles
- Modular payload bays with removable waterproof cases for rapid sensor swap and mission re‑tasking
- Cruise speed 4 kn (top speed 15 kn) and station‑keeping for perimeter surveillance
- Quick deployment: components fit in a BICON container, two‑person assembly and launch in under 60 minutes