Robots, Autonomy, and Automation

Published on December 21, 2023


The OODAcon 2023 session focused on the current state and impact of automated and autonomous platforms on national and economic security. Panelists from Anduril Industries and the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) discussed the drivers of innovation, emphasizing robotics, automation, and autonomy, especially in the military and defense sectors. Anduril aims to disrupt the industry by innovating ahead of customer requirements and become a new Defense Prime for autonomous systems. DIU highlighted the importance of public-private partnerships, noting that most innovation, particularly in AI/ML, is coming from the private sector. The discussion covered AI/ML challenges, the role of systems engineers, and the intelligence community's adaptation to changing deployment needs. The panel also addressed fostering national security investment, American competitiveness, and building the startup ecosystem, emphasizing the importance of public-private collaboration and adaptation in response to adversary innovations.

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