Unmanned Systems

How the US strikes a balance in responding to attacks on its forces

According to the Pentagon, Iranian-backed militants have launched 61 attacks on bases and facilities housing U.S. personnel in Iraq and Syria since Oct. 17

Opinion

Changing video bit rate on the fly can boost the effectivness of ISR

The video-based intelligence provided by ISR platforms is critical to the situational awareness and effective decision-making needed for mission success.

Opinion

Unmanned systems are only as capable as their networks

The current discussion on the use of drones and robotic unmanned systems tends to overlook the pressing challenges of their connectivity.

Congress passes stopgap funding bill, hampering Pentagon initiatives

Congress averted a shutdown with a second short-term funding bill, but the lack of a full budget is delaying Pentagon contracting and key initiatives.

Mayorkas warns of dangers if US loses tools to block terrorist drones

Countering WMD office has about 240 federal employees and over 400 contract staff, and a budget last fiscal year of roughly $450 million.

Navy warship Thomas Hudner shoots down drone in Red Sea

Navy officials said the drone was fired from Yemen as Hudner operated in the Red Sea.

Pentagon counter-drone office makes headway as services adopt new tech

Here's how the Joint Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Office is moving capability out of development and into the field.

Army boot camp will soon include counter-drone training

Entry-level soldiers will learn basic skills, while more advanced training will give troops an additional skill identifier.

Drone attacks on US troops in Middle East rise to 55 in under a month

The U.S. has struck multiple targets in Syria in retaliation.

Turkey and UAE cozy up over drone, missile cooperation

The countries have focused on strengthening bilateral ties through agreements in the defense and technology sectors, among others.