Ukraine fits drones with AI to counter Russian electronic warfare
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Ukraine is equipping drones with AI to counter Russia's superior electronic warfare (EW) systems that have been disrupting drone operations. The AI will allow drones to reach targets autonomously even if control signals are jammed.
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Russia has an advantage in EW but Ukraine has pioneered military uses of civilian drones. Both sides are constantly adapting tactics in response to the other.
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Ukraine's digital minister has been working with Western tech companies to test AI and other technologies, likely contributing to the new drone developments.
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Russia has developed a frequency-changing communication system for its Piranha drone that prevents EW jamming by switching across frequency ranges mid-flight.
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An ongoing techno-tactical contest is unfolding with both sides rapidly innovating new drone and EW technologies to counter the other's systems.