Ukraine's Operation Vivaldi counteroffensive is a proving ground for war robots
Ukrainian forces are using ground robots for distractions and assaults as they look to take back territory from Russia during Operation Vivaldi.
The ongoing Ukrainian counteroffensive, Operation Vivaldi, is providing a proving ground for ground robots in modern warfare. These autonomous machines are being used in a variety of roles, from distracting Russian forces to launching airborne assaults and delivering explosives. One ground robot unit, NC13, has been instrumental in the operation, using robots to support infantry operations and disrupt Russian command and control.
Mykola Zinkevych, the unit's commander, described how these robots have become a crucial part of Ukrainian combat tactics. The success of Operation Vivaldi, which has already resulted in the retaking of dozens of square miles of territory, is partly attributed to the effectiveness of these robotic platforms. While artillery has historically been a key component of Ukrainian military strategy, drones are now the biggest killer, reflecting the growing importance of robots in modern warfare.
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