UK embarks on autonomous logistics quest with Theseus
Efforts to equip the UK armed forces with autonomous capabilities are extending to battlefield logistics, after the MoD issued an RfI for an end-to-end highly automated ground and air resupply network enabled by a logistic information system.
Under Project Theseus, information gathered from industry will be used to develop a solution that will work around the clock under any weather conditions.
The ultimate aim is to enhance the mobility and safety of ground troops while reducing vulnerabilities.
Theseus will define and deliver the potential to apply autonomy to army logistics: delivering food, water, spare parts and other supplies to the
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