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Aptima's Adversarially Learned Inference for Countermeasure Exploitation (ALICE) uses a generative model to help autonomous unmanned air systems (UASs) make decisions in a battlefield environment. Through a user-friendly human-machine interface, ALICE not only selects the best actions for the UAS, but also seeks to uncover information about the enemy’s goals or capabilities based on their actions, maintaining situational awareness of threats in real-time, optimizing countermeasure responses and successfully maneuvering through the threat environment. 🎦 Watch the #NavySTP tech talk: https://bit.ly/3IEJgdi 📊 Read the quad chart: https://bit.ly/48UcvDG Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) #ONR #sbir #defenseinnovation

Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems - NEXT (Counter NEXT) AOI just posted. The growing threat of adversarial unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) poses significant risks to U.S., allied and partner forces, naval vessels, and commercial vessels transiting key maritime routes across the globe. The US Navy, with Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), seeks a kinetic defeat solution for group 3+ UAS. The plan is rapidly prototype and conduct a phased operational test and evaluation plan to validate the performance of one or more proposed shipborne kinetic defeat Counter UAS solutions. The solution must be able to integrate with the naval vessel’s existing combat systems, but may also utilize an adjunct passive system (e.g., Electro-Optical / Infrared) that does not interfere with the ship’s organic sensors. Solutions requested by 6/28/2024. Full details here: https://lnkd.in/eYtPQ9yR #autonomy #CUAS

Exciting Opportunity to Protect Against Drone Threats! The Navy's call for kinetic defeat solutions against adversarial drones is an amazing chance to develop cutting-edge technology that safeguards our forces and key maritime routes. 💪 As drone threats escalate, having an effective counter-UAS system integrated with naval combat systems is crucial for national security. I'm thrilled at the prospect of rapidly prototyping and rigorously testing new kinetic defeat capabilities! 🚀 Bringing together innovative companies and the military's expertise through DIU is the perfect formula for success. Imagine the impact of deploying a shipborne system that can neutralize hostile group 3+ drones with precision and reliability.This is a powerful opportunity to be at the forefront of drone defense technology. 🛡️ I can't wait to see the proposed solutions that emerge from this program. Whichever companies are selected, they will play a vital role in enhancing maritime security against nefarious UAS for years to come. The future of integrated counter-drone systems starts now! #Innovation #Defense #UAS #MaritimeSecurity #USNavy #EmergingTech #AI

The instances of non linear application of swarms in war waging In the ever-evolving landscape of modern warfare, the Russian Air Defense at Khmeimim Air Base stood a formidable fortress, boasting a multi-layered defense system designed to repel any aerial threat. The Long Range S-400 and S-200VE systems to the Short Range Osa-AKM and S-125 SHORAD systems, Khmeimim was armed to the teeth. Yet, on January 6, 2018, history was made when a swarm of 13 simple, inexpensive Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) targeted both the Khmeimim airbase and the Tartus Naval base. Despite their rudimentary design and payload, these drones managed to evade traditional defenses, showcasing the vulnerability of even the most sophisticated air defense systems in the face of unconventional threats. Fast forward to September 14, 2019, when another swarm of drones wreaked havoc on Saudi Arabia's oil infrastructure, striking the Aramco Oil Facility and crippling nearly 50% of the kingdom's crude oil supply capability. This time, the target was protected by a $3 million Patriot Missile system, yet it failed to detect and intercept the incoming drones. The attackers employed a simple yet effective strategy: overwhelm the enemy's defenses with sheer numbers and simplicity, achieving disproportionate gains in military, economic, and psychological terms.

#Yemen - USCENTCOM/U. S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) Update - March 20 Daily Red Sea Update: Between 10:10 a.m. and 7:40 p.m. (Sanaa time,) on March 20, a coalition aircraft successfully engaged and destroyed one unmanned aerial vehicle and United States Central Command successfully engaged and destroyed one unmanned surface vessel, both launched by Iranian-backed Houthi terrorists from Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen. There were no injuries or damage reported to U.S. or coalition ships. It was determined these weapons presented an imminent threat to merchant vessels and U.S. Navy ships in the region. These actions are taken to protect freedom of navigation and make international waters safer and more secure for U.S. Navy and merchant vessels. https://lnkd.in/eNJtdWyJ

A very insightful publication from the ISW explores how the war in Ukraine is reshaping the character of warfare in ways that will influence all future conflicts. It examines the evolving dynamics of modern military strategies, focusing on how traditional concepts of maneuver are adapting to technological advancements, geopolitical shifts, and the realities of contemporary battlefields. Key Takeaways: - Revitalizing Maneuver Warfare:  involves adapting strategies to overcome the challenges of static warfare and entrenched positions, ensuring that forces can regain mobility and tactical flexibility. The publication highlights critical battlefield aspects observed during Ukraine’s Kursk Campaign, which demonstrated that surprise remains achievable even in a partially transparent battlefield where adversaries can observe force concentrations but cannot reliably discern their underlying intent. - Artillery as a Game-Changer: Insights are provided on leveraging artillery beyond a support role, positioning it as a central element of maneuver warfare to disrupt enemy formations and create opportunities for breakthroughs. - Technological Integration: The next big conflict will likely see the mass use of ISR UAVs, FPV drones, and long-range loitering munitions by both sides. The development and use of EW measures, including GPS jamming and counter-drone EW, will be crucial, as will the use of maritime drones to target major surface combatants both in port and at sea. - Resilience in Defense: The publication emphasizes the need to revitalize the art of drafting and implementing comprehensive defensive plans. Building adaptable defense structures capable of withstanding diverse and unpredictable threats is more critical than ever. #MilitaryStrategy #Warfare #DefenseInnovation #ManeuverWarfare #Artillery #TechnologicalAdvancement #UkraineConflict

The ULAQ KAMA is a cutting-edge Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV) developed collaboratively by Meteksan Defense and Ares Shipyard in Turkey. This innovative system is tailored for stealth missions and long-range operations, enhancing naval superiority. Key features include: • Autonomy and Control: Operates autonomously, semi-autonomously, or via remote control. • Capabilities: Supports intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and precision strikes. It can also perform swarm operations, allowing multiple units to collaborate effectively. • Payload and Performance: Carries up to 200 kg of payload, with a range exceeding 200 nautical miles and speeds over 20 knots, even in rough sea conditions. • AI Integration: Uses advanced AI for improved operational efficiency, including navigating and targeting under various conditions. Designed for asymmetric naval warfare, ULAQ KAMA complements traditional assets like submarines and sea mines while providing enhanced mobility, target discrimination, and reduced risks to personnel. #ULAQKAMA #USV #UnmannedSurfaceVehicle #NavalInnovation #AutonomousSystems #MaritimeSecurity #NavalWarfare #SwarmTechnology #PrecisionStrike #AIInDefense

Below is a very interesting post on the evolution of warfare - in this case naval warfare. The article states: "The transformation of naval warfare by drones, driven in part by artificial intelligence, is happening at breathtaking speed."

Stunning news! This is a monumental shift with huge impact to Sikorsky, Bell Flight, GE Aerospace, and many others. The US Army has learned from current wars in Europe and the Middle East that aerial #reconnaissance has fundamentally changed. Weapons mounted on a variety of #UnmannedAerialVehicle systems and in #space are more ubiquitous, further reaching, and more inexpensive than ever before. The requirement to be able to conduct reconnaissance and security is still absolutely valid, but the future is going to be about who can properly integrate humans and machines most effectively. The need to free up billions of dollars to invest in unmanned systems was also a major factor and this will be part of a broader modernization plan which will likely be the armed service’s most significant modernization effort in more than four decades. #defenseindustry #defenseinnovation #defense #defensetechnology #unmannedsystems #unmannedaircraft

Crewed/uncrewed teaming took a step forward after #NAWCAD's Guardian team earned #NAVAIR certification to operate on defense test ranges. What is Guardian? It's aviation's new detect-and-avoid system that unmanned vehicle operators in ground control stations use helping them operate a UAS alongside piloted aircraft safely—a critical capability as the warfare center tests programs like MQ-9 Reaper, MQ-25 Stingray, NGAD, and other systems advancing the DOD's airwing of the future. And it was developed by #Navy engineers right here at NAWCAD. Guardian is the only ground based detect-and-avoidance system developed to meet FAA performance standards for unmanned systems, and we're looking ahead at FAA certification in the future. We're also working to make Guardian part of shipboard operations supporting #NavalAviation's future lineup up unmanned systems. Guardian is capability enabler, and a safety game changer. #BZ to our test team! Our Navy and Marine Corps possess military advantage thanks in part to the hard work of #NAWCAD's force of #CiviliansBehindSailors.