The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) has initiated a two-year "patent holiday," offering free licenses for a selection of its patents to stimulate innovation in the defense industry, particularly
Shield AI X-Bat autonomous jet enters windtunnel testing phase | Flight Global
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Jan 24
Shield AI, an American start-up specializing in autonomy software, has initiated wind tunnel testing for its newly unveiled autonomous tactical aircraft, the X-Bat. Introduced in October 2025, the X-B
The Pentagon's Joint Interagency Task Force 401 emphasizes that no single technology can effectively counter all drone threats, highlighting the need for a layered defense system. The task force, oper
America’s Drone Delusion
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Dec 16
The article discusses the significant role of drone warfare in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, where small drones account for up to 70% of battlefield casualties. In response, the U.S