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military-technology2 years ago

Ukraine's Drone Warfare: From AI-equipped UAVs to DIY Explosive Drones

Ukraine's Deputy Prime Minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, has shared a video showcasing nearly 2,000 UAVs equipped with artificial intelligence that have been deployed to the contact line. These drones, purchased under the Army of Drones program, will provide safe reconnaissance, adjust artillery fire, and identify well-camouflaged Russian targets using AI. The drones automatically track and transmit data on different types of targets, enabling attack drones and artillery to take over.

military2 years ago

Ukraine Prepares for Counteroffensive with 10,000 Trained Drone Pilots

Ukraine has trained 10,000 drone pilots and raised $325 million for drones ahead of the anticipated counteroffensive to retake land occupied by Russia. The "Army of Drones" initiative plans to launch 60 companies to produce attack drones. Drones have played a key role in the conflict, with both sides using them for reconnaissance and to drop bombs or grenades. Ukrainian officials have previously noted that drones will be critical in the efforts to take back territory occupied by Russia.

military-technology2 years ago

Ukraine's Army of Drones Grows for Front Line Defense

Ukraine is rapidly expanding its production of drones for the front line, funded by a successful fundraising campaign called the Army of Drones, which has raised over $108m with the help of celebrity supporters like Mark Hamill. The government has relaxed import laws and scrapped taxes for drone parts and equipment. The money is being spent on buying and building drones for the war and training new pilots for the front line. The most common drone seen on the front line is the DJI Mavic which costs less than $2,000. Organisers of the Army of Drones campaign say they have built or purchased an extra 3,300 drones.