Ghost Shark vs BlueROV2
Ghost Shark
Anduril Australia
호주 해군 초대형 자율잠수정(XL-AUV). 장거리 자율 수중 정보감시정찰(ISR)·기뢰전·타격. AUKUS 무인 수중전 핵심. 모듈식 페이로드.
Full profileBlueROV2
Blue Robotics
World's most widely used open-source ROV (Remotely Operated Vehicle). BlueROV2 has 5,000+ units deployed globally for inspection, research, and underwater survey by universities, offshore inspection companies, and government agencies. Its open-source hardware and ArduSub software make it the most accessible professional underwater robot. Rated to 100m depth (300m with upgrade).
Full profileSpec Comparison
| Spec | Ghost Shark | BlueROV2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Defense | Underwater |
| Price | Defense procurement | $4,499 |
| Year | 2025 | 2016 |
| Weight | 초대형 AUV급 | 10.5kg (in air) |
| Payload | ISR·기뢰·무장 모듈 | 1kg |
| Speed | 수중 자율항행 | 2.5m/s |
| Battery | 장기 잠항 | Li-ion 15.6Ah |
| OS | Anduril Lattice | ArduSub / QGroundControl |
AI and Software
Ghost Shark
- 완전 자율 수중임무
- 은밀 항행
BlueROV2
- ArduSub autopilot
- Stabilization
- Depth hold
Ghost Shark Wins: Autonomous AUV vs Tethered ROV
Ghost Shark's fully autonomous underwater operation with no tether constraint gives it decisive range and mission flexibility advantages over the BlueROV2's cable-limited reach.
Ghost Shark is better for
Long-range autonomous underwater missions, navy reconnaissance
BlueROV2 is better for
Budget inspection, shallow-water research, academic lab use