The "Bradley" Was Converted Into A Carrier For A Swarm Of Combat Robots
- 30.08.2026, 17:25
The U.S. Army is testing new tactics for the use of armored vehicles.
The U.S. Army is testing new tactics for deploying Bradley fighting vehicles, turning them into platforms for small ground-based drones. These are robots capable of operating in groups and carrying out reconnaissance, strike, and electronic warfare missions, according to The War Zone (translation by Charter97.org).
During testing, one of the “Bradleys” carried five of these drones at once. Each ground-based drone weighs about 32 kg. The robot is equipped with interchangeable modules and can be used for various tasks. In its strike configuration, it is fitted with a warhead and is capable of attacking armored vehicles.
“However, strike capabilities are just one option. The drones can conduct reconnaissance, transmit data, jam signals, and serve as communication relays. In the future, they are also being considered for use against other drones,” the authors write.
Of particular interest is the possibility of deploying drones in swarms. According to the developer, operators can control multiple robots simultaneously, and built-in artificial intelligence algorithms allow them to coordinate their actions.
“We’re betting on scale: swarms of small ground robots can create multiple problems for the enemy at once, while costing a fraction of the price of complex military equipment,” said the head of the developer company Stephen Houghton.
The “Bradley” has already been tested as a mobile command post for unmanned systems. Now, the armored vehicle can simultaneously deliver robots directly to the front lines.
A similar concept is already being actively being developed in Ukraine, where ground drones are used for attacks on armored vehicles, reconnaissance, and fire support.
“Robotic swarms are already here and are here to stay,” said Drew Watson, CTO of the developer company.
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