Unmanned Systems

Opinion

America’s future advantage depends on quick adoption of advanced tech

The U.S. military must learn from Ukraine and accelerate its adoption of advanced AI and robotics, former Defense Secretary Mark T. Esper argues.

11 months ago

The U.S. Army is buying hundreds of Coyote counter-drone systems in a deal worth $75 million.

US Army’s next budget invests heavily in drones and electronic warfare

The Army plans to ask for more agile funding for drones, counter-drone and electronic warfare capabilities in its FY26 budget.

11 months ago

Defense News Conference

How the Marine Corps is testing a ‘narco-boat’ for resupply efforts

The semisubmersible unmanned vessel can deliver two Naval Strike Missiles for the Corps’ anti-ship missile system.

Estonian-made combat robots in Ukraine now come with Starlink

The new satellite connectivity feature allows the vehicles to be operated from thousands of miles away, according to the manufacturer.

14 months ago

Airbus, Diehl aim at future air war with drone wingman, remote carrier

The companies proposed new concepts for unmanned aerial vehicles capable of anything from reconnaissance to strike missions.

14 months ago

Israel examines M61 Vulcan for countering drones

The potential acquisition comes as Israel clashes with the Lebanon-based militant group Hezbollah, which has launched drones and missiles toward Israel.

15 months ago

Titra, Airbus team up to modify ALPIN drone for naval missions

The strategic cooperation agreement between the Turkish and French firms calls for collaboration in integrating Airbus’ DeckFinder positioning system with

15 months ago

Radars and drone killers: Revamped Marine office hastens tech creation

The Marine Corps is developing a new radar, designing its next Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle variant and mulling additional counter-unmanned systems.

15 months ago

In China’s backyard: The new Marine regiments changing the fight

Here's what you need to know about the Corps’ newest regiment: the Marine littoral regiment.

15 months ago

US Army experiments with long-endurance drones, balloons in Philippines

The Extended Range Sensing and Effects Company used Balikatan to test capabilities as it develops requirements for the force.

15 months ago

Japan’s defense chief calls for more counter-drone tech

The move comes in the wake of drone footage posted on a Chinese social media site showing a Japanese aircraft carrier docked at a restricted port.

15 months ago

US special forces want longer reach for rockets, snipers, robots

The new sniper rifle would replace two weapons currently in use.

15 months ago

Airbus acquires small drone maker Aerovel, eyes Replicator business

Aerovel's Flexrotor drone, which Airbus now owns, can take off and land vertically as well as fly for long periods while it conducts recon missions.

15 months ago

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