Northrop's Kamikaze Drone Gets Jam-Proof Navigation
1 source · first reported Yesterday
Northrop Grumman's one-way attack drone successfully flew a test flight in California using a navigation system that relies on Earth's magnetic field instead of GPS. The system utilizes quantum sensors built by SandboxAQ, a company spun out of Google. This technology allows the drone to operate even when GPS signals are jammed.
Why it matters
This jam-proof navigation technology enhances the drone's ability to conduct missions in contested environments, providing a significant advantage in terms of survivability and effectiveness. The use of quantum sensors also highlights the growing importance of emerging technologies in modern defense systems.
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