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Ukrainian troops mount RPGs on ground robots
Original: Ukrainian soldiers are putting RPGs on robots for fights in the kill zone, a manufacturer says
A Ukrainian weapons manufacturer says soldiers are equipping ground robots with rocket-propelled grenades to engage targets in the kill zone without risking crews. The unmanned systems are used for assaults and fire support in dangerous areas where sending troops would be suicidal. The practice reflects Ukraine's growing reliance on robotic platforms to reduce casualties along the front line.
Why now: Drone and robotic warfare innovations from Ukraine are drawing attention as the conflict continues
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- Ukrainian soldiers are putting RPGs on robots for fights in the kill zone, a manufacturer says · Business Insider
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