Here’s the translation into American English:
On July 8, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and General Atomics Integrated Intelligence, Inc. (GA-Intelligence) conducted a demonstration that marks a significant step forward in the integration of autonomous technologies for military applications. During the event, long-range kill chain capabilities were showcased, including an autonomous air-to-air engagement, utilizing the MQ-20 Avenger® drone. This operation was executed in a controlled emissions environment (EMCON) through the Tactical Autonomy Central Ecosystem (TacACE).
The exhibition highlighted the fusion of sensors at both local and global levels, providing the aircraft with real-time situational awareness. The combination of the Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) with a beyond-line-of-sight (BLOS) command and control system enabled the autonomous operation of the MQ-20, which was managed through distributed command and control nodes. This development was powered by GA-Intelligence’s Optix.C2 software, ensuring agile command and control functionality with low latency, connecting various platforms in a broader network environment.
Dr. Brian Ralston, president of GA-Intelligence, emphasized the importance of this collaboration, stating that the demonstration illustrates the value of integrating cutting-edge technologies across the company. This integration allowed the aircraft to identify and respond to threats in real time, significantly enhancing autonomous decision-making.
One of the highlights of the demonstration was the MQ-20’s ability to autonomously patrol a Combat Air Patrol (CAP) area. During this mission, the drone utilized external sensors to relay critical information to operators about points of interest, enabling them to authorize engagements with other aircraft without the need for subsequent manual intervention.
Michael Atwood, vice president of Advanced Programs at GA-ASI, underscored the impact of this demonstration, noting that it represents a significant advancement in autonomous systems and human-machine interfaces. According to Atwood, “This is the future of warfare: scalable and autonomous systems that allow the warfighter to dominate from a distance.”
GA-ASI continues to advance the development of autonomy technologies that enable collaborative aircraft behavior with minimal operator intervention. These innovations not only expand the company’s range of capabilities but also reaffirm its commitment to providing effective and adaptable solutions in the global military arena.
Source: MiMub in Spanish
