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Army Research Lab Collaborates on Enemy Drone Recovery System with Pennsylvania National Guard

Army Research Lab Collaborates on Enemy Drone Recovery System with Pennsylvania National Guard

A team from the Pennsylvania Army National Guard is collaborating with the Army Research Laboratory to develop a prototype system for recovering enemy drones. This initiative, known as Project RED (Recovery Exploitation Drone), won the innovation award at the Army's first Best Drone Warfighter competition. The system utilizes artificial intelligence to locate downed enemy drones and employs a robotic arm to retrieve them, allowing for data extraction. Chief Warrant Officer 3 Robert Reed and his team from the 28th Infantry Division Innovation Team spearheaded the project, aiming to create a system that could be scaled by industry. The collaboration is part of a one-year research-and-development agreement with the Army Research Laboratory, focusing on enhancing autonomy and flight stability.
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ParaZero Expands Counter-Drone Capabilities with New Defense Order

ParaZero Expands Counter-Drone Capabilities with New Defense Order

ParaZero Expands Counter-Drone Capabilities with New Defense Order
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AeroVironment Introduces 'Mayhem' Line for U.S. Army's Launched Effects Program

AeroVironment Introduces 'Mayhem' Line for U.S. Army's Launched Effects Program

AeroVironment has announced the launch of its new 'Mayhem' line of systems, designed to enhance the U.S. Army's capabilities in air-, ground-, and maritime-launched systems. The first in this line, the Mayhem 10, is equipped with a 10-lb payload capacity and offers a range of up to 100 km with 50 minutes of endurance. The system is built to operate autonomously in contested environments, featuring advanced technologies such as M-Code GPS and a Silvus datalink for secure command-and-control operations. The Mayhem 10 can be fitted with various payloads, including the Javelin Multi-Purpose warhead for anti-armor strikes and components for electronic warfare and communications relay. AeroVironment plans to begin low-rate initial production within the year, aiming for a production capacity of hundreds per month.
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Red Cat and Arastelle Collaborate on Tethered UAS for Enhanced Military Operations

Red Cat and Arastelle Collaborate on Tethered UAS for Enhanced Military Operations

Red Cat and Arastelle Collaborate on Tethered UAS for Enhanced Military Operations
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Flygas Unveils GAS418HA Engine for High-Altitude UAVs, Enhancing Endurance Missions

Flygas Unveils GAS418HA Engine for High-Altitude UAVs, Enhancing Endurance Missions

Flygas Unveils GAS418HA Engine for High-Altitude UAVs, Enhancing Endurance Missions
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Ukraine's Use of Robotics in Warfare Prompts NATO to Reevaluate Military Strategies

Ukraine's Use of Robotics in Warfare Prompts NATO to Reevaluate Military Strategies

Ukraine's innovative use of robotics in warfare is prompting NATO to reconsider traditional military doctrines. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky highlighted a historic event where Russian troops surrendered to Ukrainian robots. Ukraine has been deploying ground and aerial robots in combat, conducting over 22,000 missions in three months. This approach is influencing NATO's studies on integrating robotics into military operations. The use of unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) and drones is reshaping battlefield strategies, with NATO exploring practical force options and testing them in realistic scenarios.
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Airbus Advances MQ-72 Autonomous Cargo Helicopter with Fourth Test Flight for US Marine Corps

Airbus Advances MQ-72 Autonomous Cargo Helicopter with Fourth Test Flight for US Marine Corps

Airbus Advances MQ-72 Autonomous Cargo Helicopter with Fourth Test Flight for US Marine Corps
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Army Utilizes Counter-Drone Marketplace to Enhance Security at Major U.S. Events

Army Utilizes Counter-Drone Marketplace to Enhance Security at Major U.S. Events

The U.S. Army is leveraging its newly established counter-drone marketplace to address security concerns at upcoming high-profile events across the United States. This initiative, described as an 'Amazon-like' platform, allows government personnel to purchase anti-drone systems and parts. Since its launch, the marketplace has facilitated $13 million in purchases of technology such as sensors, radars, and electronic warfare platforms. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll highlighted the marketplace's role in enabling state, local, and federal law enforcement agencies to acquire necessary equipment for drone defense. The initiative aims to bolster security at events like the FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Summer Olympics, where drone threats are a significant concern due to their low cost and accessibility.
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Army Research Lab Develops Enemy Drone Recovery System Following Innovation Award

Army Research Lab Develops Enemy Drone Recovery System Following Innovation Award

A team from the Pennsylvania Army National Guard, in collaboration with the Army Research Laboratory, is developing a prototype enemy drone recovery system. This initiative, known as Project RED (Recovery Exploitation Drone), won the innovation award at the Army's first Best Drone Warfighter competition. The system utilizes artificial intelligence to locate downed enemy drones and employs a robotic arm to retrieve them, allowing for data extraction. The project is part of a one-year research-and-development agreement with the Army Research Laboratory. The competition highlighted the need for more compact and mobile drone systems, as well as enhanced training for soldiers in drone operations.
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Kraken Robotics and SEFINE Demonstrate Autonomous KATFISH Launch from RD-22 USV, Enhancing Naval Capabilities

Kraken Robotics and SEFINE Demonstrate Autonomous KATFISH Launch from RD-22 USV, Enhancing Naval Capabilities

Kraken Robotics has successfully demonstrated the integration of its KATFISH Towed Synthetic Aperture Sonar with an autonomous Launch and Recovery System (LARS) from SEFINE's RD-22 Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV). This demonstration took place in the first quarter of 2026 off the coast of Istanbul, Turkey, in collaboration with the SEFINE Strategic Unmanned Systems Research Center. The event was attended by several navies and government organizations, focusing on the rapid detection and classification of mine-like objects and critical underwater infrastructure. The KATFISH system provided high-resolution data, which was live-streamed to an onshore command center for real-time classification. Bernard Mills, Executive Vice President of Defence at Kraken Robotics, emphasized the importance of these technologies in safeguarding maritime routes and infrastructure.
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AV Launches Mayhem Line of 'Launched Effects' UAS for Military Use

AV Launches Mayhem Line of 'Launched Effects' UAS for Military Use

AV Launches Mayhem Line of 'Launched Effects' UAS for Military Use
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GeekWire Awards Highlights Innovations in Robotics and AI

GeekWire Awards Highlights Innovations in Robotics and AI

GeekWire Awards Highlights Innovations in Robotics and AI