USAF DAF26BX06-DV026 — Ground and Air Launched Drone Swarms Create a Self-Protecting Perimeter Using Autonomous AI
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- Sep 23, 2026
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Summary
The overall goal of this Direct to Phase II research and development effort is to adapt and validate mature, readily available autonomous unmanned aerial swarm technologies to provide enhanced situational awareness and force-multiplying capabilities for high-value Mobility Air Forces assets and forward ground installations. […]
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