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The Pentagon is shifting its approach to small drones, opting to buy new units rather than stockpiling them. Army officials, including Jon Strzelec from Army Materiel Command, emphasize that these drones will be used until they break, reflecting the rapid obsolescence of drone technology. This strat...
The U.S. Army is enhancing testing opportunities for commercial drone companies to assess their technologies in realistic electronic warfare scenarios. Announced on November 2, the program will feature three testing events in 2027, allowing developers to evaluate their systems' performance when GPS...
The Army is testing small drones equipped with the Radiofrequency Delivery Effects Platform (RDEP) to deliver tailored cyber effects and jamming capabilities. This experimentation is part of the ongoing development of the 11th Cyber Battalion, which was established in 2022 to enhance tactical-level...
Army Chief Technology Officer Alex Miller recently discussed the service's plans for autonomy, particularly through the Futures and Autonomous Systems Command. This initiative is part of the Pentagon's broader strategy to enhance autonomous capabilities across military operations. Miller emphasized...
At the recent AUSA event, drones and counter-drone technology were the focal points, showcasing the Army's commitment to innovation in defense. The Army is actively seeking to enhance competition among industry players by integrating new vendors into its procurement processes. This strategy aims to...
The U.S. Army is developing a strategy to utilize low-cost kamikaze drones, specifically the Low-Cost Uncrewed Combat Attack System (LUCAS), to enhance its combat effectiveness against maritime and land threats. This approach was discussed during the Association of the U.S. Army’s annual symposium i...
The U.S. Army is rapidly evolving its strategy for employing the Low-Cost Uncrewed Combat Attack System (LUCAS), a kamikaze drone, in joint operations. Training on integrating these drones into combat scenarios is ongoing, with a focus on their deployment from both land and naval platforms. LUCAS, w...
The U.S. Army has been testing new counter-drone capabilities and tactics under Project Flytrap for over a year. This initiative aims to leverage uncrewed systems to enhance battlefield strategies, particularly in deceiving adversaries. Col. Timothy Price of the 2nd Cavalry Regiment highlighted the...
The US Army's AH-64 Apache helicopters, guided by Sentinel radar technology, successfully engaged and downed three drones during a recent air-to-air test. This operation demonstrates the effectiveness of integrating advanced radar systems with combat helicopters, enhancing their capabilities in dron...
German defense startups Helsing and Stark Defence are advancing in the development of attack drones. The German government announced plans to initiate training for the army on these new drones starting in November. This training is significant as it marks a step forward in enhancing the capabilitie...
The Army has successfully acquired enough drones to equip each unit, according to Col. Gregory Merkl, the Drone Dominance director. This achievement marks a significant step in enhancing the Army's operational capabilities with unmanned aerial systems. However, Col. Merkl emphasized that the next c...
The US Army has successfully destroyed 11 drones linked to cartels within 10 days using its high-energy laser system, leading to a reported 75% decrease in drone activity in the Rio Grande Valley. This deployment, which began on August 25, enables soldiers to permanently disable drones that may pose...
The U.S. Army successfully intercepted more than 1,400 Iranian missiles and drones during two recent Middle East conflicts, as reported by Lt. Gen. John Rafferty, commander of the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command. This significant achievement highlights the Army's role in air and missile...
The U.S. Army successfully completed a significant flight demonstration of the H-60M Black Hawk helicopter, showcasing its ability to launch and control multiple air-launched effects (ALEs) during Project Convergence Capstone 6 in California's Mojave Desert. This three-day test is a crucial advancem...
The US Army selected Kraus Hamdani Aerospace’s (KHA) K1000ULE unmanned aircraft system for a major Program of Record. The California-based company will supply Group 2, fully electric aircraft for reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition missions. The vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) d...
L3Harris Technologies is advancing a new missile interceptor designed to enhance the U.S. Army's capabilities against drones and aerial threats. This initiative is backed by a three-year agreement valued at up to $60 million, focusing on flight performance testing to address the growing challenges p...
Former Ukrainian defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov has launched the 'Army of Robots' initiative, aiming to deploy humanoid and autonomous systems for high-risk military tasks. This project seeks to reduce soldier exposure to danger by utilizing robots for logistics, reconnaissance, and combat operat...
The U.S. Army has selected Vulcan Elements to supply neodymium-iron-boron magnets for its initiative to produce one million small drones annually. These magnets will be integral to the brushless motors powering the Army's unmanned aircraft, highlighting the importance of reliable component access in...
EagleNXT has successfully delivered nine eBee VISION drone kits to the U.S. Army’s National Training Center located at Fort Irwin, California. This shipment fulfills an order announced in April 2026 and marks a significant step in the company's commitment to domestic production of drones and sensors...
The U.S. Army has received two advanced high energy laser systems developed by AeroVironment, known as Laser Weapon Systems (LWS). These systems feature the 20kW-class LOCUST LWS integrated onto the General Motors Defense Infantry Squad Vehicle (ISV) platform, enhancing mobile counter-unmanned aircr...
Teledyne FLIR OEM has partnered with the U.S. Army to advance thermal imaging technology under the DUTCH initiative. This program aims to develop smaller, more affordable uncooled infrared sensors for military applications, enhancing the performance of drones and other autonomous systems. The initi...
Li-S Energy, an Australian battery developer, has delivered lithium-sulfur battery cells to the US Army for independent testing. This marks the first instance of the company's technology being evaluated by a US government agency, specifically by the US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command C5...
The U.S. Army has awarded ThinKom Solutions a prototype contract valued at up to $49 million to develop a mobile high-power microwave system aimed at countering drones. Announced on August 19, 2026, this contract will fund the testing of ThinKom’s Alecto system, which is designed to target unmanned...
Drones are being utilized to gather data that sheds light on the poorly observed boundary layer of the atmosphere. This information is crucial for military strategists and energy traders who rely on accurate atmospheric data for decision-making. The ability to observe this boundary layer is signifi...
The UK Ministry of Defence has selected Tekever's AR5 surveillance drones to replace the British Army's outdated Watchkeeper fleet. This decision highlights the UK's commitment to modernizing its military capabilities with advanced drone technology. The replacement of the Watchkeeper fleet is signi...
The British Army has selected Tekever's AR5 surveillance drones to replace the Watchkeeper system. This acquisition is expected to deliver up to 24 aircraft by 2029. This decision is significant as it marks a transition to advanced drone technology, enhancing the Army's surveillance capabilities. T...
The U.S. Army has announced that its future fleet of ME-11B High Accuracy Detection and Exploitation System (HADES) aircraft will be stationed at Fort Hood, Texas. This initiative includes the formation of a unique operational drone battalion, aimed at consolidating aerial intelligence, surveillance...
Robinson Unmanned has secured a contract to provide its SPIRIT small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) to the Nepali Army under the U.S. Foreign Military Sales program. This agreement includes the supply of SPIRIT aircraft, payload kits, spare parts, extended warranties, and operator training, althou...
ParaZero Technologies has introduced its DefendAir platform, designed to intercept first-person view (FPV) drones autonomously before they can strike military vehicles. This system utilizes a non-explosive net-based interception method, creating a 360-degree defensive envelope around assets. The pla...
The U.S. Army has established the 7th Infantry Division Multi-Domain Command – Pacific, a new unit designed to integrate drone warfare with the operational strengths of Stryker brigades. This initiative aims to enhance the military's capabilities in the Pacific region, allowing for a more versatile...
The U.S. Army has awarded two contracts to Palladyne AI, a defense and technology company, to conduct testing of its advanced artificial intelligence systems. This initiative, announced recently, aims to enhance military capabilities through innovative technology solutions. The contracts will facili...
The US Army units stationed in Europe are set to enhance their operational capabilities with the acquisition of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) from a Czech drone manufacturer. This development comes as part of a broader strategy to modernize military assets and improve reconnaissance and surveillan...
The US Army has finalized a contract with Czech manufacturer U&C UAS to supply specialized drones for its units deployed in Europe. This agreement, aimed at enhancing the Army's operational capabilities, underscores the growing importance of advanced unmanned aerial systems in modern military operat...
The U.S. Army is currently conducting tests on an innovative system designed to enhance the coordination and efficiency of troops, helicopters, and battlefield units. This initiative aims to improve operational effectiveness by integrating advanced technology into military logistics and communicatio...
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