Ukraine may gain the ability to use coordinated swarms of Ruta cruise missiles controlled by the Hivemind combat artificial intelligence and V-BAT reconnaissance drones. This was reported by Defense Express, citing the results of tests conducted by Shield AI and Destinus, writes UNN.
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The companies conducted a series of tests integrating the Hivemind combat artificial intelligence system onto various types of drones. During the tests, the drones were able to autonomously adjust routes and perform tasks without constant operator intervention.
From reconnaissance to strike
In the second phase of testing, a reconnaissance-strike loop was created, in which the V-BAT reconnaissance drone acted as a communication relay and transmitted target data to strike platforms.
The company notes that the Hornet Block 2 drone can not only strike ground targets but also perform the functions of an interceptor of aerial targets, which opens up possibilities for creating autonomous swarm systems.
The next step – the Ruta missile
During the third phase, specialists practiced autonomous mission planning, terrain following, updating target data directly during flight, and performing complex maneuvers.
In the next phase, these capabilities will be transferred to the Ruta platform in Ukraine, which will enable coordinated strike operations between V-BAT and multiple Ruta systems
Defense Express notes that the companies completed the preliminary testing phases in a few months, indicating a rapid approach to the practical application of automated swarm technologies for cruise missiles.