Lilypad: Persistent Surveillance

Customizable unmanned area defence capability

Lilypad is a state-of-the-art persistent offshore surveillance system providing maritime defence. Configurable in mono or multi-system, it delivers low-risk, low-maintenance operations by combining a variety of capabilities in order to accommodate specific surveillance requirements. Lilypad is a Force Multiplier that is ideal for expanding an area of operations with its capability of detecting threats below, on, and above the water.

Description

Ideal for maritime defence and homeland security, Lilypad is comprised of moored, unmanned, mono/multi-sensor platform(s) which can be strategically placed to expand maritime warning and enhance coastal defense capabilities. Lilypad enables persistent surveillance and expanded coverage reducing the need for expensive, conventional patrol methods such as surface vessels and Maritime Patrol Aircraft. Lilypad is capable of operating in a standalone configuration or as multiple platforms to expand coastal coverage as required. Fully customizable and capable of expansion to suit changing defence technologies.
  • Unmanned
  • Low-maintenance
  • Low-risk operations
  • Reduces naval procurement and operating costs
  • Data-fusion through the use of a content management system
  • OPTION: Capable of housing self-defence measures
  • OPTION: Diver deterrent 
PLATFORM
  • Small
  • Medium
  • Large
SYSTEMS
  • M660 Hull-mounted sonar
  • M670- Hull-mounted sonar
  • Radar
  • Electronic sensor measures (ESM)
  • Electronic warfare
  • Automatic identification system (AIS)
DATA MANAGEMENT
  • Several data management and combat management systems are available.

SMALL

One or more sensors such as, variable depth sonar, automatic identification system (AIS), radar, EO/IR.

MEDIUM

Multiple sensors such as variable depth sonar, automatic identification system (AIS), radar, EO/IR, electronic warfare, point defence, missal defence, and intelligence gathering systems.

LARGE

All of the above, plus the capability to install offensive measures.