Ukrainian Forces Make Advances with Drone Technology
The Ukrainian Defense Forces have made significant strides in their utilization of drones on the battlefield, proving them to be highly effective against Russian reconnaissance drones. A recent video showcases a Ukrainian drone operator adeptly targeting the tail of a Russian Mi-28 helicopter.
Furthermore, unmanned drone technology has progressed significantly on land. The Ukrainian military now possesses a diverse array of ground-based robotic platforms, each with unique characteristics and purposes. These platforms have been actively employed in combat for several months.
Ground-based robots in action:
Mining bots: Reusable platforms designed for mine deployment have become increasingly prevalent.
Demining drones: A recent video documented the 23rd Separate Rifle Battalion utilizing a small ground-based demining drone to set traps for Russian soldiers in wooded areas. This resulted in injuries among Russian soldiers.
These ground-based unmanned platforms have proven to be valuable assets on the battlefield, similar to their aerial counterparts.
Future of robotic warfare:
The United States predicts that by 2039, one-third of the US military could be robotic, encompassing both small platforms and autonomous missile systems like unmanned HIMARS.