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https://lnkd.in/g5B7EgUg It's been an eventful couple of weeks with the North Dakota UAS Council & Bill Daggett, then off to Association of the United States Army - AUSA meeting in DC with Bobby Sakaki, Tõnis Voitka, Alicia Kay Lewis, Benjamin Richardson, Samuel Haberl, Joseph Scaperrotta, Olga Pogoda 🇺🇦, Amol Parikh, Jonathan G., Jonathan Cruz, Chad Collier, Edgar A. de Gracia, Michael Robbins, Brian Huinker, Dominic D. and several dozen who I am unable to list. Time to update the Kodachi Solutions "Friends" list -- I know I know -- "You have friends??" har har I added Kevin Leach's Sabre Training Advisory Group, folks who let me tag along and experiment with some combined tactics and outside-the-box ISR with COTS drones. Also added my new friend PraMax Prasolov at Bavovna AI There's so much worth mentioning about these folks but you can rest assured that they are solid and I've worked with them. I wish I could put a few others up, people whose valor is unmatched in my book, but as some continue to work in contested environments they often prefer to stay low until they're in a position to speak more freely. Don't want to muddy the waters. Good people doing good things, I hope having them featured on my little site will give some small boost to their operations. #ukrainewillwin #publicsafety #suas #training #drones #swat #robotics

🐺🤖 HDT Global has confirmed the selection of its Hunter Wolf 6×6 unmanned ground system for trials under the US Army’s Small Multipurpose Equipment Transport program. HDT’s Hunter Wolf is a 7.5-foot robotic vehicle with a payload capacity of 2,205 pounds that is transportable via Black Hawk and Chinook helicopters, Osprey tiltrotor aircraft, and C-130 Hercules aircraft. “The HDT Hunter WOLF surpasses all S-MET requirements with an advanced design that is tailored for future growth,” HDT Global Chief Technology Officer Thomas Van Doren, Ph.D. remarked. “Utilizing our expertise in robotic vehicle design and manufacturing, we’ve presented the optimal material solution to execute crucial missions on today’s complex and modern battlefield, ensuring our warfighters have the reliable support required for mission success.” HDT emphasized that the Hunter Wolf’s specifications “align perfectly” with the US Army’s S-MET objectives. “The Hunter WOLF is a mature TRL-9 solution that provides reliable, state-of-the-art technology, reducing the weight burden on warfighters while delivering multi-mission capability and flexibility for commanders and their formations,” HDT Global CEO and President Kevin McSweeney explained. #military #army #defense #defence #defenseindustry #defenceindustry #defensetech #defencetech #militarytech #technology #innovation #hdtglobal #usarmy #robot #robots #robotics #unammned #ugv

US-China Competition to Field Military Drone Swarms Could Fuel Global Arms Race: Military planners envision a scenario in which hundreds, even thousands of AI-powered machines engage in coordinated battle. The post US-China Competition to Field Military Drone Swarms Could Fuel Global Arms Race appeared first on SecurityWeek.

Once the largest #UUV the Navy owned to research and develop new technologies, the Large Training Vehicle 38 (LTV-38) has been donated to the Naval Undersea Museum in #Keyport. 👉 What is LTV-38? LTV-38 is an 8,800-pound, 27-foot long, 38-inch in diameter unmanned underwater vehicle designed to be multifunctional. The Navy used it in many different programs to test technologies that can be used in operations, for example, side-scan sonar. The vehicle was assembled in 2008 by the Penn State University Applied Research Laboratory. 👉 Why did the Navy retire it? Too expensive to repair and the technologies it tested weren't new anymore. 👉 Does retiring LTV-38 affect the Navy's R&D for UUV nowadays? No, UUVGRU-1 commodore said. ℹ More in the story:

BAE Systems has delivered a first-in-its-kind Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV) Turreted Mortar prototype to the US Army. The prototype showcases a newly designed top plate system—the External Mission Equipment Package (ExMEP)—that allows for the easy installation of a variety of turrets. This vehicle prototype is also outfitted with the Patria NEMO remote-controlled 120mm turreted mortar system. The result of a rapid collaborative technology investment effort involving the U.S. Army, BAE Systems, and KONGSBERG/Patria, the prototype demonstrates potential variant growth for the highly adaptable AMPV family of vehicles. By using a fielded and fully-qualified asset like the AMPV chassis, it gives the Army options to field combat capabilities—such as the Patria NEMO—to Soldiers who need them at a much faster pace and reduced cost. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eqKC24Q3 #BAESystems #USArmy #mortar #unmanned #turret #Patria #NEMO #120mm #AMPV #defence #industry #military #technology

the USS Carney, a U.S. Navy destroyer, engaged with and neutralized threats near Yemen. The operation involved shooting down a ballistic missile and several drones attributed to the Iranian-backed Houthis. This event is part of a broader context of regional tensions and military actions. Operation Prosperity Guardian significant escalation of 5th Fleet Area of Operations (AOR) military forces action in involving the USS Enterprise and USS Carney, which underscores the ongoing conflict in the region and the U.S. Navy’s active role in maintaining maritime security. Results from Web: Recent reports confirm that the USS Carney intercepted an anti-ship ballistic missile and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) launched by Houthi militants. The engagement was extensive, involving multiple drones and cruise missiles over a period of nine hours, indicating a complex and coordinated attempt at a strike. Summary: The USS Carney’s action near Yemen represents a decisive U.S. response to potential threats in the region, reflecting heightened military readiness and capability. The situation is being closely monitored and reported by news outlets, including CBS News. Learn more: stripes.com taskandpurpose.com #USForces #CBSNEWS #USNavy #USSCarney #USSEnterprise #PersianGulph #MiddleEast

Ukraine should make drones with same capabilities

Drone Swarms Are About to Change the Balance of Military Power https://lnkd.in/dkW8S-HE

🤖🛡️ The Marines Step Into the Future: Testing Robotic MULE Carriers! The Marines are revolutionizing their logistics and support capabilities on the battlefield by testing an unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) designed to enhance mobility, provide mobile electric charging, and add firepower. Named Arion-SMET, this six-wheeled electric vehicle can carry up to 1,200 pounds, reach distances up to 62 miles, and speeds up to 27 mph. 🚀💼 In December 2023, the two-week tests conducted at the Marine Corps Training Area Bellows in Hawaii assessed Arion-SMET's performance across challenging terrains, from soft sand to clayey sand and rugged roads. Manufactured by Hanwha and designed for military logistical support, this UGV has successfully passed various tests including heavy equipment transport, remote control driving, waypoint navigation, and more, shaping the future of the battlefield. 🌍🔧 This initiative marks a significant step by the Marine Corps and the U.S. Army in redefining the role of UGVs on the battlefield, expanding their capabilities in logistics support and firepower. The targeting of logistical supports in the Russia-Ukraine war highlights the need to avoid large platforms easily detectable by enemy sensors. 🎯🛰️ 👉 Companies: Hanwha: A leading firm in defense technology and engineering, manufacturer of Arion-SMET. 👥 People: Steve Duong: An official providing insights on the Marines and U.S. Army's work on UGVs. 🔠 Abbreviations: UGV: Unmanned Ground Vehicle. SMET: Squad Multipurpose Equipment Transport. MUTT: Multi-Utility Tactical Transport. 🔗 For more details: www.millimudafaa.com #roboticmulecarrier #marines #ugv #arionsmet #hanwha #battlefieldtechnology #militarylogistics #mobility #mobilecharging #firepower

This Defense One article casts a really interesting and different perspective on the traditional Australian view of industrialising emerging technology in defence. The Australian view is typically that small to medium enterprises have to go offshore to the US if they want to scale up and industrialise their good ideas and intellectual property. In this case, Anduril Industries are stating that they have been able to move faster in Australia than in the US, largely because of the bureaucratic friction of dealing with the US Navy. It makes a real change to see a defence company promoting the advantages of developing new capability in Australia. #ausnavy