XTEND secures U.S. DoW contract for autonomous drones - The Robot Report

XTEND Reality Inc. has secured a multi-million-dollar fixed-price contract with the U.S. Department of War (DoW) to produce one-way attack drone kits. These expendable unmanned aerial vehicles are equipped with integrated warheads and can loiter until they identify and engage targets. XTEND’s swarm technology allows a single operator to launch and control multiple drones simultaneously, supporting ground troops or operating independently. Their AI-driven mission backbone, XOS, integrates sensors, radars, payloads, and third-party apps to enhance precision and survivability in complex terrain through coordinated swarm behavior. The company has incorporated lessons from recent conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine to improve safety, versatility, operational flexibility, and tactical deployment. Key innovations include their ESAD high-voltage fuse-safety board, modular drone types tailored for specific missions, and a modular nest system for adaptable deployment. Each nest holds a single drone and can be autonomously deployed from a truck by a remote operator, enabling rapid mission support. XT