Unmanned

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.

Pentagon teams with MIT on artificial intelligence, big-data education

Building trust between man and machine is a complex process, often requiring repeated exposure, according to a Government Accountability Office report.

General Atomics fires back at critics of MQ-9 drone after downing

Experts have questioned the sustainability of flying expensive aircraft in contested environments.

Greek drone maker nears first surveillance drone sale to Athens

Hellenic Aerospace Industry wants to sell its surveillance and combat drones to the Greek armed forces first before pitching to international customers.

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.