The future of drone warfare: From AI-assisted swarms to unmanned jet aircraft

Published on October 7, 2023

Drones using artificial intelligence could soon save the lives of pilots but critics warn of nightmarish autonomous killing machines

As the war in Ukraine continues, drones are at the forefront of a technological revolution in warfare. While the conflict serves as a testing ground for newer, more deadly drones, the anticipated rise of advanced AI in unmanned aerial vehicles may be slowed by cost and research constraints. The landscape of future warfare is being reshaped by AI and machine learning-enabled drone swarms, capable of collaborative strikes against strategic targets. The UAE, with its Hunter 2-S drone, is a significant player in this arena. Similarly, the US's "loyal wingman" concept envisions manned fighters paired with autonomous drones, a strategy also pursued by Japan, Australia, and China. Meanwhile, the US and UK are experimenting with large drones on aircraft carriers for roles such as refuelling and reconnaissance. Innovations also include "learning" algorithms for these drones and the introduction of the Gremlin drone by US defense firm Kratos.

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