US Army has ‘lot of work’ to do to push AI in ground vehicles: Official

Published on August 17, 2023

Col. Jeffrey Baker, Acting Director of the US Army Artificial Intelligence Integration Center (AI2C), highlighted the ongoing efforts of the US Army to develop and test artificial intelligence (AI) systems and machine learning (ML) capabilities. Speaking at an event, Baker explained that the Army is researching ways to ensure proper testing and deployment of AI solutions that commanders can confidently use. AI2C collaborates with universities, industry partners, and other Army units to modernize the service's portfolio, focusing on AI technology blocks like autonomy, human-AI interaction, decision support, and data management. Despite progress, challenges such as data access regulation, connectivity, and data engineering remain to be addressed. The Army's AI initiatives align with the US National Defense Strategy's emphasis on AI's potential impact on conflict and logistics operations.

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