PT PAL Indonesia Emphasizes The Importance Of Submarine Development With AI Technology

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JAKARTA - CEO of PT PAL Indonesia Kaharuddin Djenod revealed the importance of developing an "unmanned" submarine that uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology, in the "Future Submarine International Seminar & Showcase" activity. The undermanned AI-tech submarine under development, which is being developed by PT PAL, has various capabilities to carry out a number of operational missions, including four functions of Survey & Surveillance, Escort, Proxy, and Approach, as well as other military operations," Kaharuddin said in a written statement, quoted from Antara, Thursday, May 16. The use of AI, he said, can improve the ability of submarines in various operational aspects such as autonomy, navigation, and decision-making analysis. "So important we must have alternative technologies that do not pose a threat to the Indonesian navy, as well as continue to carry out their functions to carry out security defenses in the sea area," he said. Thus, he continued, enabling the implementation of more independent, efficient, measurable and secure operations in the underwater region. "Moreover, it can also reduce the risk of life by minimizing human intervention directly in the practice of operation," he said. Meanwhile, the Chief of Naval Staff (KSAL) Admiral TNI Admiral Muhammad Ali said that submarines hold an important role in the power of the navy of a country, namely as strategic defense assets. In addition, the KSAL said, expertise in the field of submarine technology should be prioritized to realize the independence of the Indonesian defense industry.

"I believe that this seminar will facilitate comprehensive discussions on various important issues, especially regarding the development of submarine power, so that it can provide constructive input for future naval power posture," he said. The international seminar specifically provides opportunities for participants to understand more about submarine products from large companies as producers.

As well as being a platform to showcase the latest innovations and expand knowledge about the latest advances in submarine technology.