Autonomous Weapons

Autonomous weapons are weapons systems that can select and engage targets without human intervention. They are also known as killer robots or lethal autonomous weapons systems (LAWS). The development of autonomous weapons raises significant ethical and legal concerns, as they could potentially lead to unintended consequences and the loss of human control over warfare.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Artificial intelligence (AI) is the simulation of human intelligence processes by computer systems. These processes include learning (the acquisition of information and rules for using the information), reasoning (using rules to reach approximate or definite conclusions), and self-correction. AI is being used in a wide range of applications, including autonomous vehicles, medical diagnosis, and financial trading. In the context of warfare, AI is being used to develop autonomous weapons systems that can select and engage targets without human intervention.

Ukraine

Ukraine is a country in Eastern Europe that has been at war with Russia since 2014. The war has led to the development of new military technologies, including autonomous weapons systems. Ukraine has become a hub for the development of these technologies, due to its skilled workforce, the constant testing opportunities provided by the ongoing conflict, and the need to find innovative ways to defend itself against a more powerful adversary.

Kamikaze Drones

Kamikaze drones are small, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) that are designed to crash into a target, causing damage or destruction. They are often used in warfare as a low-cost and effective way to attack enemy targets. Kamikaze drones are typically equipped with explosives or other weapons, and they can be controlled remotely or programmed to fly autonomously. The development of autonomous kamikaze drones raises significant ethical concerns, as they could potentially be used to target civilians or other non-combatants.

Machine Gun Turrets

Machine gun turrets are automated weapon systems that are mounted on a platform and can rotate 360 degrees. They are often used in warfare to provide defensive fire or to attack enemy targets. Machine gun turrets can be controlled remotely or programmed to operate autonomously. The development of autonomous machine gun turrets raises significant ethical concerns, as they could potentially be used to target civilians or other non-combatants.

Robiniers

Robiniers is a Ukrainian company that develops and manufactures autonomous weapons systems, including machine gun turrets. The company's technology is being used by the Ukrainian military in the war against Russia. Robiniers' machine gun turrets are designed to automatically identify and target enemies, and they can be controlled remotely or programmed to operate autonomously.

Da Vinci Wolves

Da Vinci Wolves is a Ukrainian battalion that is known for its experimentation with weapon systems, including autonomous weapons. The battalion's commander, Oleksandr Yabchanka, is a strong advocate for the use of AI in warfare. He believes that autonomous weapons can help to reduce casualties and improve the effectiveness of the Ukrainian military.

Swarmer

Swarmer is a Ukrainian company that develops and manufactures autonomous drone swarms. The company's technology is being used by the Ukrainian military in the war against Russia. Swarmer's drone swarms are designed to work together to attack enemy targets, and they can be controlled remotely or programmed to operate autonomously.