Ukrainians rely on Starlink satellites for battlefield communication. Russians use it too – but also these alternatives.
Direct support for Ukraine by the UK has been vital. But private partnerships between miltech companies are key to Ukraine’s future as a defense hub.
With a load capacity of 200-300 kg, ground drones have been used for evacuating soldiers from the battlefield. They must contend with design obstacles, communications challenges, and the risks of FPV strikes.
Fishing nets could be a cheap and effective solution against all kinds of FPV drones.
Ukrainian integration into rearming will help to bring battlefield experience into Europe’s security. The EU plans to provide Ukraine with direct access to the new program.
Oleksandr Pavlichenko has just left his job running Ukraine’s export control after five years. He gives his thoughts on what should be reformed for Ukrainian competitiveness.
Using AI machine vision on the battlefield is no longer just theoretical: now the challenges are finding photos to train it, and how to reduce the chances of friendly fire.
Beyond the obvious geopolitical implications, the critical minerals deal has serious implications for defense tech in Ukraine, Europe, and across the rest of the world.
Trump’s administration decided to put on hold military aid for Ukraine. However, Ukrainian defense will continue to develop as one of the drivers of Ukraine’s war economy.
Land drones provide mobility and a platform that can carry turrets to strike drones. The main challenge is to find and aim at fast-moving targets.
3D printing is greatly expanding Ukraine’s production capacity, enabling the rapid manufacturing of drone munitions and shells – all growing Ukraine’s lethal abilities.
To exempt Ukrainian employees from mobilization, all manufacturers should have active governmental contracts. There are only ten days left, until February 28, to pass a new evaluation process.
