Anduril’s Autonomous Weapons Stumble in Tests and Combat, WSJ Reports
Anduril setbacks grow as new reports reveal testing failures and stalled battlefield performance.
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Anduril’s Autonomous Weapons Stumble in Tests and Combat, WSJ Reports Anduril Setbacks Mount Amid New Test Failures and Battlefield Concerns Reports of Anduril setbacks are drawing fresh attention across the defense tech world, especially as militaries rapidly expand investments in autonomous weapons. New details from recent U.S. Navy trials and Ukraine frontline deployments highlight mechanical failures, safety concerns, and reliability gaps—all issues potential buyers are urgently searching online. Within the first months of 2024, the company’s flagship drone systems reportedly struggled in both controlled tests and real-world combat, raising questions about whether its high-speed rise can keep pace with expectations. Credits:PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP / Getty Images Anduril Setbacks Intensify During High-Profile Navy Testing According to new reporting, Anduril’s autonomous systems experienced multiple breakdowns during a major Navy exercise off the California coast in May. More than a dozen unmanned surface vessels reportedly malfunctioned, prompting sailors…
