Anduril Unveils Autonomous Attack Rotorcraft
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Anduril has developed an unmanned attack helicopter called Thunder, designed to operate with crewed attack helicopter platforms and absorb risks from drones and surveillance systems. The autonomous attack rotorcraft can serve as a loyal wingman platform for the Army's helicopter fleet. Thunder is a jointly-developed autonomous VTOL platform for commercial and defense applications.
Why it matters
The development of Thunder represents a significant advancement in autonomous military technology, potentially reducing the risk of crewed helicopter operations and enhancing the capabilities of the Army's helicopter fleet.
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