Saab has named Mikael Adelsberg as chief digital officer and head of the Digitalization group, effective Oct. 1. The group was newly created as part of the company’s initiatives to keep pace with the growing demand for Saab products amid the ongoing geopolitical tensions around the world. In his new role, Adelsberg will initially focus...
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Chinese Study Suggests Drone Camera Data as Targeting, Navigation Tech
Chinese researchers have proposed the use of camera data to steer an unmanned aerial vehicle toward a target in places where GPS is under attack. In a study published in the journal Engineering, the researchers explained that a done can use its on board cameras to estimate the target’s position and how quickly it is moving....
AUKUS Partnership Advances in Artificial Intelligence and Autonomy
Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States are making significant progress in artificial intelligence and autonomy under Pillar 2 of the AUKUS security partnership, according to Tanya Monro, Australia’s chief defense scientist. Media coverage has focused chiefly on Pillar 1 of AUKUS, which involves providing Australia with nuclear-powered submarines, but Pillar 2 activities are...
Australia Signs US-Led Political Declaration on the Responsible Military Use of AI
The Australian government has signed the Declaration on Responsible Military Use of Artificial Intelligence and Autonomy, committing to promoting the safe and secure development and deployment of artificial intelligence in warfare. The political declaration, led by the United States, recognizes that AI will be utilized for various applications, from managing logistics to assisting in decision-making and calls...
Saab, ST Engineering Embark on Air Defense, Unmanned Systems, Autonomy Development
Swedish aerospace and defense company Saab and ST Engineering of Singapore have signed a memorandum of understanding at DSEI 2023 to co-develop advanced technology solutions. In forging the agreement, the two companies, expanding on their longstanding partnership, will explore emerging opportunities in unmanned systems, air defense systems and radar integration and support, autonomy, and training...