unmanned ground vehicles
Coverage of unmanned ground vehicles in the Nexus archive.
- Lockheed rolls out cheaper Patriot, MBDA showcases low-cost interceptor
Lockheed Martin unveiled a more affordable version of the Patriot missile system, while MBDA displayed a cost-effective interceptor based on its upgraded ground-launched ASRAAM missile. MBDA's new weapon can be integrated onto unmanned ground vehicles or unmanned surface vessels.
- Ukraine’s robot army advancing on the war’s front lines
The Ukrainian military is increasingly using ground robots to replace dangerous frontline tasks. President Volodymyr Zelensky ordered the deployment of at least 50,000 unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) by 2026, citing their potential to save soldiers' lives. Ihor Shmyryov, head of the UGV department at Brave1, anticipates significant progress in this initiative.
- DARPA launches search for robot medics to treat battlefield casualties
DARPA is seeking robot medics to treat battlefield casualties using swarms of autonomous robots capable of moving injured personnel, administering drugs, and forming smart tourniquets. The initiative aims to address the limitations of current medical systems in large-scale combat scenarios, with a deadline of June 3.