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Ukraine Innovates with Low-Cost Drones and Robots to Combat Russia
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"Ukrainian Startups Innovate Low-Cost Battle Robots Against Russia"
Ukrainian defense startups are creating low-cost robots and unmanned vehicles to gain a strategic edge against Russia. These innovations, produced in secret workshops, include ground vehicles like the Odyssey, which can be assembled for a fraction of the cost of imported models. The Ukrainian military is integrating these technologies to save lives and enhance battlefield logistics, while international experts express concerns over the proliferation and ethical implications of autonomous weapons.
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