A US Navy official has confirmed that the MQ-25 Stingray unmanned aerial refueler will begin flying in 2025, ahead of its planned integration into aircraft carrier operations by 2026.
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Explore the future of warfare with autonomous and unmanned systems.
From self-driving vehicles and drones to AI-powered robots, this category covers innovations in technology that are reshaping military operations, enhancing efficiency, and reducing risk by enabling machines to carry out complex tasks.
Israel Firms to Equip Logistics Drones With Advanced Robotic Weapons
Israeli firms SMARTSHOOTER and HevenDrones have announced a strategic partnership to equip logistics drones with advanced robotic weapon systems.
Textron Unveils ‘Tsunami’ Unmanned Surface Vessels Family for US, Allies
Textron Systems has introduced its “Tsunami” family of autonomous surface vessels designed for unmanned maritime missions of the US military and allies.
Sweden Unveils New Drone Swarm Technology From Saab
Sweden has introduced advanced drone swarm technology that will enable drones of various sizes to work collaboratively on tasks.
Boeing to Test Drones for Japanese ‘Loyal Wingman’ Experiment
Japan has contracted Boeing to test aerial drones for the country’s manned-unmanned teaming research and development.
BlueHalo to Deliver EW Sensors for US Navy, USSOCOM Drones
BlueHalo has secured a $49.9-million contract to provide electronic warfare sensors for the US Navy and US Special Operations Command’s drones.
Ukraine Trials ‘Unjammable’ Fiber-Optic-Guided FPV Drones
Ukraine has tested fiber-optic-controlled first-person view drones designed to enhance resistance to interference and hacking.
California Startup Wins $100M Drone Contract From US Air Force
The US Air Force has awarded Firestorm Labs a $100-million contract for its small unmanned aerial systems.
Serbia Begins Distributing Komarac Kamikaze Drones to Military
Serbia’s Ministry of Defense has begun adopting the Komarac family of single-use unmanned aerial systems for its armed forces.
DARPA Demos Drone Ship Crewless At-Sea Refueling
DARPA demonstrated the first at-sea refueling of the No Manning Required Ship program.