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Unmanned Systems, Drones, Robotics

Find the latest information about UAVs, drones, drone technology and robotics. This includes technological advancements in unmanned systems, the use of unmanned systems against the enemy and the U.S. and the use of robots in the military.
 

WATCH: Video Shows Army’s Robot Dog Throwing 35 lb Bricks

Contributor: Mike O'Brien
Posted: 3/5/2013


WATCH: Video Shows Army’s Robot Dog Throwing 35 lb Bricks - Mike O'Brien

He may just be a U.S. Serviceman’s best friend. Robotics company Boston Dynamics has released a video of the robot BigDog picking up and hurling cinderblocks in an amazing show of strength. The video shows the beast using great balance to pick up the blocks in its jaws, before bending its neck and throwing the weights more than 17ft behind it. Full Article »

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Fielding the 'Grey Eagle', a UAV Asset

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Posted: 12/14/2012


Fielding the 'Grey Eagle', a UAV Asset -

During a recent training exercise in the Mojave Desert, the U.S Army's UAV, the 'Grey Eagle' was put to the test. In this exclusive interview, LTC Edward Vedder, Commander, 1-1 ARB, 1CAB, 1ID, U.S. Army - examines the current and future demands, and various challenges of the billion dollar asset. LTC Vedder also highlights the advantages of having an organic UAS battalion to a Combat Aviation Brigade. Watch now... Full Video »

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Dull, Dirty and Dangerous Jobs: Why Ground & Water Robots Are Important Now

Contributor: Marissa Alvord
Posted: 6/1/2012


Dull, Dirty and Dangerous Jobs: Why Ground & Water Robots Are Important Now - Marissa Alvord

What weapons can destroy unmanned systems? What tasks can ground and water robots carry out so humans don’t have to? Dr Bill Powers, Marine Corps Warfighting Lab answers these questions and more in this IDGA exclusive podcast. Dr Powers also discusses the funding and training challenges facing the development of ground and water robots in upcoming years and the increasing importance of autonomy. Listen up! Full Podcast »

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The Role of Engineering Simulation in the Continued Evolution of Unmanned Aircraft Systems

Posted: 3/23/2012

The Role of Engineering Simulation in the Continued Evolution of Unmanned Aircraft Systems

Across all domains (land, sea and air), the use of unmanned aircraft systems (UASs) has shown explosive growth and, as their value continues to be demonstrated, this growth shows no sign of slowing. However, the UAS industry must address a number of key challenges if it is to satisfy the future roadmap for UAS development and deployment outlined by its major client, the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). This white paper explores the role and value of engineering simulation to the UAS community as it seeks to address these challenges. It highlights some of the project- and organizational-leve Full Whitepaper »

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