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Uncrewed ships can supply a crewed relief effort

A missile drone ship has limited direct relief capacity, but could carry supplies to a crewed vessel.

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Question

How much disaster relief could a Mark 41 drone ship deliver?

Short answer

Probably little directly; a proposed supporting role is bringing supplies to a crewed relief ship.

Notes

A Mark 41 drone ship would offer little direct disaster relief in the example. A more plausible supporting role is carrying supplies to people working from a crewed ship. Missile, sonar, sensor and gun support are other possible tasks for uncrewed companions. Each needs a defined purpose within the force.