Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.
MARITIME AUTOMATED ALIGNMENT AND CONNECTION SYSTEM

Abstract:

A maritime alignment and connection system allows a boat to be recovered and docked while a host vessel is underway. Components form a cradle to guide and slow an approaching boat into a desirable orientation such that the boat will be held in place in the cradle. Once captured, the boat can be locked in position to prevent it from inadvertently slipping its berth.