Shield AI, a technology startup, has developed similar capabilities with their Nova 2 drone, which can intelligently map and search multi-story buildings and underground complexes. The Legion-X system can also incorporate other drones and robots as needed, including the Lanius drones designed for indoor and underground operation. These drones can carry a grenade-sized explosive charge, turning them into a loitering munition effective in confined spaces.
Key takeaways:
- Israel's PM Netanyahu has vowed to eliminate Hamas and IDF ground forces have entered Gaza to seek and destroy militants. The IDF may send in drones to avoid risking human lives.
- Drone developers are working on overcoming challenges of flying drones in confined environments like tunnels, using anti-collision sensors, protective cages, and smart software known as Simultaneous Location and Mapping (SLAM).
- Shield AI, a technology startup, is a leader in bringing new artificial intelligence to the defense sector. Their Nova 2 drone can intelligently map and search multi-story indoor buildings and underground complexes without a human operator.
- Israel has developed similar capabilities, particularly the Legion-X system made by Elbit Systems, which shares data between multiple robots working together. The system can include different drones and robots as needed, and is capable of fully autonomous operation.