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5. Describe desired ASV operating environment capabilities. Include a) Maximum sea state
(wind and wave height), b) Maximum current, c) Can the ASV operate in the surf zone? What
are the effects of precipitation or visibility on operations? And what are the operating,
charging, and shipping/storage temperature ranges?
6. Describe desired systems and behaviors the ASV employs for navigation safety. How does it
avoid stationary obstacles, such as shoals, piers, buoys, and rocks? How does it avoid collision
with other vessels?
7. Describe desired Command & Control systems. Include a) Communication capabilities b)
Short range, medium range (line-of-sight), long range (over-the-horizon), c) Remote control
functions, d) User interface, e) Range limits, f) Autonomous functions, g) Pre-planned missions
(Waypoints, survey patterns), and h) Adaptive routes (contour following, channel following).
8. Fault Tolerance and Response-How does the ASV respond to a system fault? Does it reset
and continue, return to user defined waypoint, or abort operations? Is the ASV able to self-
right if capsized? Is it durable enough to with stand a striking an obstacle at survey speed?
Does it include systems or communications to aid in the recovery if the ASV is lost?
Other User Needs or Requirements?