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U.S. Army Conducts ULTRA AI Combat Vehicle Testing Close to Russian Border https://lnkd.in/gjPbYijK Does the U.S. Military Have an AI? The ULTRA Revolution in Battlefield Robotics The U.S. Army is redefining warfare with its recent tests of ULTRA—an autonomous, AI-controlled ground vehicle. Tested near the Russian border, ULTRA showcases how AI can transform military operations: Robust Autonomy: Utilizing Overland AI's OverDrive, ULTRA navigates terrain with onboard sensors, adapting to low-visibility environments. High Mobility & Payload Capacity: Designed to carry various mission-specific equipment, including drones and reconnaissance sensors. Operational Efficiency: Significantly cheaper than crewed vehicles, ULTRA enhances mission endurance while maintaining safety for soldiers. Feedback from soldiers highlights ULTRA's potential to reduce risk, with real-world applications in high-threat simulations. The Pentagon's commitment to robotic systems like ULTRA marks a strategic shift in military logistics and operations. Join the conversation about the future of AI in warfare! Share your thoughts and insights below. #ArtificialIntelligence #MilitaryTech #Robotics #Innovation Source link https://lnkd.in/gjPbYijK

"The next era of defense technology integrating intelligent systems with autonomous platforms to deliver unmatched precision, speed, and decision-making on the battlefield.” #Defense #Military #Robotics #Autonomous Lockheed Martin Anduril Industries Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Thales Defence

This article details the successful evaluation of SHRIKE, a novel software package developed by the US Army Artificial Intelligence Integration Center (AI2C) and Software Engineering Institute | Carnegie Mellon University designed to dramatically accelerate the call for fire (CFF) process. Shrike empowers any service member to utilize readily available commercial and military small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) to generate precise targeting data. Link (CAC login required): https://lnkd.in/e-Q73AZP #Army250

🚨 The submission window is closing soon for xTechCounter Strike—the Army’s latest competition targeting critical counter-UAS technologies.  As small, unmanned aircraft systems continue to threaten contested environments, the Army calls on innovators to deliver mature (TRL 6+), ready-to-deploy solutions that detect, defeat, and outmaneuver these aerial platforms. Radar, radio frequency, vision, and acoustic sensor systems play a key role in identifying and neutralizing hostile drones while protecting personnel and infrastructure.  This challenge offers a $2.5M prize pool, including $50K for up to 15 finalists and $350K for up to five winners, with potential follow-on contracts to transition solutions into real-world defense applications.    Finalists will join a live experimentation event this November and engage directly with Army, United States Department of War, and NATO experts.  🗓️ Deadline to submit: September 15  🔗 Submit your white paper today: https://lnkd.in/ewWkkBSr  #cUAS #DefenseTechnology #ArmyInnovation  

The #PROTEUS technology demonstrator represents the future of Rotary Wing Uncrewed Air Systems. This collaborative programme with Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) Future Capabilities Innovation and the Royal Navy is demonstrating how autonomous systems can operate alongside crewed aircraft to increase mass and reduce risk to life. Designed and developed in Yeovil, the Home of British Helicopters, Proteus utilises the latest advancements in AI and Machine Learning to deliver the future of aviation. This next generation capability is born out of Leonardo's UK onshore capabilities and highly skilled experts. Learn More: http://lnrdo.co/proteus

As part of its ongoing effort to master land autonomy, the US Army recently selected Forterra, Overland AI, and Scout AI to integrate their respective autonomy solutions into the Infantry Squad Vehicle (ISV). This initiative will serve as a crucial testbed for solving some of the most difficult navigational challenges in land warfare: cluttered terrain, narrow passages, dense foliage, and unpredictable obstacles. Successfully navigating this frontier, however, requires more than technological breakthroughs. The challenge for innovators is not just technical. As systems take on greater responsibility, building stakeholder trust becomes paramount. Only then can innovation translate into widespread adoption and operational impact. At Polemos Advisors, our mission is to help defense innovators overcome such hurdles by creating the frameworks for governance and strategic communications which are essential for turning groundbreaking capabilities into widely adopted and responsibly used assets. ✴️ Visit our website to learn more about our work: https://lnkd.in/gzRm-eB2 ✴️ Media report on ISV contracts: https://lnkd.in/esbwA7c2 #LandAutonomy #USArmy #DefenseTech #MilitaryAI #Innovation #VentureCapital

Mosaic ATM has been awarded a U.S. Navy Phase I SBIR contract to develop Track Nexus, an AI-powered solution to improve real-time track data synchronization within the AEGIS Combat System. Built on our Real-Time Simulation (RTS) Agent architecture, Track Nexus merges, filters, and enhances track accuracy to support critical defense missions. This innovation has far-reaching applications across defense, civil aviation, autonomous vehicles, and beyond. https://bit.ly/47v27W5

Metrosert and Estonian Military Academy join forces for Estonia's defense capabilities! 🇪🇪🤝 Representatives from Metrosert and Estonian Military Academy met to discuss a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing the nation's defense capabilities. 🛡️ The collaboration will focus on developing unmanned vehicles and their energy solutions, which are increasingly crucial for our security. 🚀 "Joint action creates value for the entire sector," stated Indrek Tulp, Head of Metrosert's Applied Research Center. Metrosert will concentrate on product development, testing, and building technical capabilities. Estonian Military Academy, in turn, will ensure these developments find practical application in national defense initiatives. This synergy allows us to transition technologies from laboratory conditions to environments relevant for end-users. "Our collaboration aims to provide the best possible support for the state and Estonian companies, avoiding duplication of efforts and enriching each other in different parts of the value chain," explained Rainer Kivimäe, Head of Drone Technologies at Metrosert. 💡✈️ #EstonianDefense #DefenseTechnology #Collaboration #UnmannedVehicles #EnergySolutions #AppliedResearch

Big news from the team at Sikorsky! Sikorsky just secured a $43M U.S. Army contract to kick off modernization efforts—upgrading the airframe, adding a digital backbone, and paving the way for future UAS integration. #BlackHawk #Sikorsky #Modernization #DefenseInnovation #MBSE https://lnkd.in/dc6H92Qv

https://lnkd.in/g8CAYucZ Hugely important validation of the AH-64 Apache's capability to detect, track and eliminate unmanned aircraft systems. Boeing and the Apache team continue to show how they are evolving the most adaptable weapon system to meet the Army's most pressing needs.