Russia is developing a stealthy, jet-powered robot warplane. In contrast to the Kremlin's previous, abortive effort to field a killer drone, this latest effort appears likely to produce a useful, front-line aircraft.
A 132-foot robot warship that arrived at Pearl Harbor for testing as a submarine hunter is “creating a new paradigm for Navy surface forces,” the U.S. Pacific Fleet said.
Imagine a drone connected to a mobile ground station by a powered tether similar to a dog on a leash. The ground station would be able to feed the drone (via the tether) electricity and water while also providing its user with persistent surveillance. This type of drone currently exists and could provide the U.S. military, the U.S. Border Patrol, first responders, and others with significant improvements.
Middle Eastern countries prohibited from purchasing armed drones from the United States are flocking to another increasingly influential seller in the Chinese government, according to a new report from the Associated Press, sales that "are helping expand Chinese influence across a region vital to American security interests."
