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Ukrainian Intelligence Reveals Russian Drone That Uses LTE Networks for Real-Time...

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A recently recovered Russian drone has been found to integrate mobile network connectivity directly into its flight systems, allowing operators to control it through...
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AI System Enables Military Platforms to Operate Safely Under Harsh Conditions

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A new AI-powered control system developed by Peraton under a U.S. defense initiative has shown the ability to keep robotic platforms functioning safely even...

AR and Anti-Drone Tech Tested in Live Field Conditions for Military...

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The U.S. Army is leveraging its support role with Customs and Border Protection (CBP) on the U.S.-Mexico border to test next-generation tactical technologies in...

Biohybrid Jellyfish Could Monitor Hard-to-Reach Ocean Zones

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A new approach to ocean monitoring is emerging from research into one of the sea’s most ancient creatures. Engineers from the University of Colorado...
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New AI-Powered Swarm Drone Offers Precision Strikes and Autonomous Operation

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In the past few years, drones have been emerging as a central element of modern defense strategy. These systems offer cost-effective, flexible alternatives to...

Robotic Dogs Deployed for Mosquito Control Amid Virus Combat Efforts

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In response to a rise in imported cases of Chikungunya virus, Hong Kong is preparing to introduce robotic dogs equipped with insecticide sprayers to...
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Ukraine Tests Airborne Acoustic Sensor on New Recon Drone

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A new type of drone is strengthening Ukraine’s battlefield surveillance with the ability to detect enemy fire using sound alone. Developed by German firm...

Remote Weapon System Integrated on Unmanned Ground Vehicle in Ukraine

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A new development in unmanned ground systems has been validated in Ukraine, where a remote weapon station (RWS) was successfully integrated and tested on...

Solar-Powered UAV Completes 74-Hour Flight

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A solar-powered uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) has completed a series of extended flight tests, staying airborne for nearly three days without refueling or external...

The Drone Marketplace for Faster Military Procurement

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In recent years, commercial drones have been playing a more and more important role in frontline operations. Now, the U.S. Army is reportedly set...

Ukraine Deploys Missile-Armed Crop Dusters to Counter Drone Threats

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Ukraine’s ongoing efforts to counter unmanned aerial threats have taken an unconventional turn with the deployment of repurposed agricultural aircraft—specifically, a Czechoslovakian Z-137 crop duster—now...
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New Evasion System Aims to Improve Drone Survivability in Combat

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Chinese aerospace engineers have proposed a new system that could significantly improve the ability of drones to evade missile attacks during the final stages...

New EW Technology Creates Jamming Safe Zone for Allies

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Chinese researchers have reportedly developed a novel electronic warfare (EW) capability that enables interference with adversary systems while preserving a secure communication zone for...
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UK Military Launches Esports Tournament to Strengthen Cyber and Drone Skills

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The UK Ministry of Defence is introducing a new defence-focused esports competition aimed at building digital, cyber, and operational readiness among its personnel. Developed...
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Technology Inspired by Albatross Flight Could Revolutionize UAV Efficiency

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In an innovative project funded by a $700,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Defense's DARPA, researchers are developing drone technology that draws inspiration...
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Robots That Navigate in the Dark: Echolocation System Inspired by Nature

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A new navigation system developed at the University of Michigan enables robots and drones to operate effectively in environments where conventional visual tools fail....

Cyborg Cockroach Swarms Could Become Intelligence Agents

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A German technology firm has unveiled a biologically integrated surveillance platform that turns living cockroaches into cyborg scouts capable of operating in areas where...

Student-Built Drone Showcases Seamless Air-to-Water Capability

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A new hybrid drone developed by engineering students at Aalborg University in Denmark demonstrates a rare and fluid transition between flight and underwater navigation—showing...

Ukrainian Cyberattack Disrupts Major Russian Drone Manufacturer

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A large-scale cyber operation originating from Ukraine has disabled one of Russia’s key drone suppliers, dealing a significant blow to its unmanned aerial vehicle...

AI-Driven SAR System Makes Maritime Target Recognition Quicker

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Lockheed Martin has announced a successful flight demonstration of a new AI-enabled Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) system, aimed at improving maritime surveillance capabilities. The...
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Lightweight Interceptor Drone Promises Fast UAV Neutralization Without Explosives

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A new drone interceptor has been unveiled that aims to counter hostile UAVs quickly and efficiently—without relying on explosive warheads. Developed by French startup...
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Inside Ukraine’s First Fully Robotic Assault Operation in Combat Zone

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In what may be a defining moment for military robotics, Ukrainian forces have conducted a battlefield assault entirely using unmanned systems—without deploying any soldiers...

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FTC Flags Children’s Robot App for Unlawful Location Tracking

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A U.S. regulatory investigation has concluded that a popular educational robot app unlawfully allowed the collection of children’s location data—without proper parental consent. The...