DARPA’s Arcadia Program: Using Microorganisms to Combat Asset Degradation from Marine Biofouling

UUVs are increasingly being used for a wide range of applications, from underwater exploration and surveillance to mine detection and mapping of the ocean floor. These vehicles are typically designed to operate autonomously, without human intervention, and can be deployed for extended periods of time. However, UUVs can face significant challenges due to marine biofouling,…