Indian-origin engineer's drone boat aids first US Navy sea rescue

A drone boat developed by an Indian-origin engineer carried out the first sea rescue in US Navy history. The unmanned vessel, designed by a team led by the engineer, successfully retrieved a person in distress during a recent operation.

The rescue marked a milestone for the Navy's use of autonomous systems in lifesaving missions. The drone boat was deployed after the Navy received a distress call, and it navigated to the location without a crew on board.

The Indian-origin engineer, whose name has not been disclosed, led the design and testing of the vessel over several years. The boat is equipped with sensors and navigation systems that allow it to operate in rough seas and locate individuals in the water.

Navy officials praised the operation as a demonstration of how drone technology can enhance search and rescue capabilities. The success of the mission is expected to accelerate the adoption of unmanned systems for similar tasks in the future.