Tag: Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
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AI to plan drone swarm missions for US Navy
The US Navy is stepping into a new era of mission planning with the help of artificial intelligence, as demonstrated by the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) at its headquarters in Patuxent River, Maryland. This advancement comes in the form of a groundbreaking software program called Optimized Cross Domain Swarm Sensing (OCDSS), designed…
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China develops Mosquito-sized drone
A research team at China’s National University of Defense Technology (NUDT) has developed a remarkable mosquito-sized microdrone, a cutting-edge tool designed for reconnaissance and covert battlefield operations. This development, revealed by state broadcaster CCTV in a recent military-focused report and covered by the South China Morning Post, represents a notable advancement in miniaturized autonomous systems.…
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Anduril displays “Fury,” its next-generation uncrewed fighter jet
Anduril has recently offered a rare glimpse into the development of its next-generation uncrewed fighter drone, known as Fury. This advanced drone is designed to operate alongside human pilots, acting as a force multiplier in the skies. The development of Fury is part of the US Air Force’s Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) program, an initiative…
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KIZILELMA to join Turkish Navy in 2026
In a groundbreaking development for Türkiye’s defense capabilities, the Bayraktar KIZILELMA unmanned fighter jet is set to join the Turkish Navy’s carrier fleet by 2026. This next-generation unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV), developed by Baykar, a leading Turkish drone manufacturer, marks a major advancement in unmanned systems. Baykar, already renowned for its Bayraktar TB2 and…
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China builds AI-powered micro-drones for intelligence and attack missions
China has unveiled a groundbreaking micro-drone that mirrors the appearance of a thermal flask and weighs under a kilogram, approximately 2 pounds, crafted specifically for the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) infantry. Despite its minimal weight, this innovative drone boasts a coaxial dual-rotor system, enabling it to carry payloads up to twice its own mass. Embedded…