Military robotics refers to the use of robotic systems and technologies designed for military applications. This includes a wide range of robotic platforms such as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), ground robots, and naval drones that can perform various tasks such as surveillance, reconnaissance, logistics support, and combat operations.
These systems are often employed to enhance the effectiveness and safety of military operations by reducing the risk to human soldiers, increasing operational efficiency, and allowing for remote operations in hostile environments. Military robotics can include both tele-operated systems, where a human operator controls the robot from a distance, and autonomous systems that can perform tasks independently based on pre-programmed instructions or adaptive algorithms.
The development and deployment of military robotics technologies encompass various fields, including mechanical engineering, artificial intelligence, and sensor technologies, aimed at improving situational awareness and decision-making in combat scenarios. Overall, military robotics plays a significant role in modern warfare strategies, shaping how militaries operate and engage in conflicts.
The Estonian defense technology firm Milrem Robotics has made headlines by deploying their innovative THeMIS unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) in Ukraine, where these robotic units are providing essential support to…