Markus Garlauskas, Drew Holliday, Adam Kozloski, Nicholas Takeuchi, Paul Vebber write for the Atlantic Council
The Aquatic Tiger wargame explored how long-range autonomous underwater vehicles (LRAUVs) could help the US deter or counter Chinese military action against Taiwan. LRAUVs showed promise for pre-conflict surveillance, mine countermeasures, and swarming attacks in chokepoints, but showed vulnerabilities in the shallow, constricted waters of the Taiwan Strait. LRAUVs would be useful contributors—not decisive—if deployed in large numbers, with advance planning, and integrated into broader US and allied military operations. – Aquatic Tiger: How long-range submarine drones could play a role in a Taiwan conflict – Atlantic Council
