Anduril has successfully completed flight tests of the Barracuda-100M high-speed autonomous missile for the US Army

Anduril Industries has successfully completed a series of flight tests of the Barracuda-100M autonomous aircraft as part of the U.S. Army's High-speed Maneuverable Missiles (HSMM) program. The tests took place in May 2025 and demonstrated the effectiveness of both hardware and software upgrades, including a new low-cost inertial navigation unit and an independent on-board computer.

The Barracuda-100M is a high—speed autonomous rocket with subsonic and transonic flight modes, reaching speeds of more than 500 knots (about 926 km/h) with the ability to perform complex maneuvers with high overload exceeding 10G. The missile demonstrates the ability to launch autonomously, maneuver, and repeatedly aim at targets at the end of the trajectory. For guidance, an active PTAS system with a long-wave infrared camera is used, which makes it possible to independently detect and track priority targets, including mobile rocket launchers and electronic warfare systems.

The propulsion system combines a rocket engine and a turbojet engine, which provides a range of about 80 km, ten times higher than analogues of the AGM-114 Hellfire type. The modular design allows for the use of various warheads and sensors, turning the Barracuda-100M into a versatile strike and reconnaissance platform.

It is planned that ground tests of the missile will take place at the end of 2025, followed by demonstrations for military officials in 2026. The Barracuda-100M is positioned as an affordable, scalable and high-tech solution for fast and accurate target acquisition at tactical depth.

Taiwan relies on "smart drones": partnership with Anduril to create a network war

 

Taiwan is taking a decisive step in modernizing its defense by entering into an important partnership. The National Chongshan Institute of Science and Technology (NCSIST), Taiwan's leading defense developer, has signed a memorandum of understanding with the American technology company Anduril Industries, known for its advanced artificial intelligence systems and autonomous platforms. The purpose of the agreement is the purchase and, probably, the joint adaptation of a control system called NGC2 (Lattice NGC2) and related unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).

What is NGC2? This is not just a program, but a whole network of combat control created by Anduril. Its main task is to dramatically speed up and improve the decision—making process on the battlefield. The system does this by combining data from all available sensors — radars, cameras, and reconnaissance platforms — into a single, overall picture. Then, using powerful AI algorithms, it analyzes this information and provides action recommendations to commanders and combat platforms (shooters), turning the chaos of combat into a coordinated operation. In fact, NGC2 transforms disparate systems into a single, "smart" organism.

This cooperation is a key part of Taiwan's strategy to create an asymmetric force. Given China's huge advantage in traditional weapons, Taiwan is betting on technologies that can offset this advantage: cybersecurity, electronic warfare, and, above all, unmanned systems. Investments in drones are well underway.

The planned drones, which will operate in the NGC2 system, are positioned as "loyal wingmen" for manned aircraft. They don't just fly ahead, but actively participate in combat, performing the most dangerous and difficult tasks: conducting electronic warfare to jam enemy radars, suppressing air defense systems, and even participating in aerial combat. This allows pilots to stay relatively safe by controlling a group of drones and making strategic decisions while the machines perform tactical maneuvers.

Partnering with Anduril is not just about buying equipment. This is Taiwan's attempt to adopt an advanced American approach to network warfare, where speed, data, and autonomy are becoming crucial factors for survival.

Anduril goes underwater: startup prepares a revolution in underwater warfare for Europe

The American technology startup Anduril, which has already managed to gain a firm foothold in the US defense sector, is now targeting Europe. The company is actively developing an entire line of products for underwater operations, and believes that its technologies are ideally suited for a wide variety of marine conditions in the Old World — from the icy waters of the Arctic to the warm depths of the Mediterranean.

Anduril's ambition is to offer European fleets a radically new solution for submarine warfare. According to the company, their products are capable of solving a wide range of tasks, from covert reconnaissance and monitoring of the underwater situation to active offensive operations. The main advantage? Anduril relies on speed, scalability, and the use of advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and autonomy.

In an environment where traditional arms shipments can be delayed for years, Anduril offers "rapid deployment." Their systems are designed to be modular and easily scalable, allowing fleets to rapidly build up their underwater forces without waiting decades. This directly responds to the growing need of European countries for urgent and large-scale strengthening of maritime defense in the face of new challenges. Anduril wants to be the catalyst that accelerates the transition of European fleets into a new era of underwater technology.

The US Army gave Anduril 100 million for a "smart" control system — whoever is faster will win

 

The US army has invested $100 million in the future — more precisely, in a prototype of a new command system called NGC2. Anduril, a company known for its "smart" military technologies, became the winner of the tender. Their goal is to create a single digital system in less than a year that will connect everything from a soldier in a trench to a tank and a command post.

Imagine sensors, drones, armored vehicles, and soldiers all on the same network, where data flows instantly, and artificial intelligence helps you make decisions faster than the enemy can pull the trigger. This is the essence of NGC2 — the winner is not the one with the most tanks, but the one who sees, understands and strikes faster.

The heart of the system is the Lattice Mesh technology from Anduril. This is not just a program, but a real network that distributes data by itself, adapts to the situation and works even if some nodes fail. In fact, this is the "brain" of the future battle.

The system will begin to be tested directly in combat conditions — it will be introduced into the 4th Infantry Division. All this is done in close conjunction with such giants as Palantir (data analysis), Microsoft (cloud and security) and ICE (integration).

In short, the US Army is moving to a new level: not just digitalization, but a real technological revolution in combat management. And Anduril is now its chief engineer.

L3Harris introduces the "Wolf Pack" — swarm drones with low cost and high efficiency

 

Wolf Pack

L3Harris has introduced a new series of unmanned aerial vehicles called the "Wolf Pack", which is designed to attack an enemy using a swarm of inexpensive paired kinetic and non-kinetic ammunition. This approach puts defenders in front of the need to spend more expensive funds to repel relatively cheap threats, which makes the concept economically beneficial.

These munitions fall into the category of so-called "Launched Effects", that is, disposable or returnable aircraft with a long range and low cost. Such systems make it possible to create an "accessible mass", that is, large-scale attacks using a large number of autonomous devices, which significantly increases the efficiency of operations at relatively low costs.

What is included in the "Wolf Pack"?

The series includes two main types:

- Red Wolf is a kinetic munition designed to directly hit targets.

- Green Wolf is a non—kinetic variant that can be used for electronic warfare, reconnaissance, or jamming.

Both types can be launched as a swarm from various platforms, including aircraft, ships, and ground installations. All devices are equipped with autonomous software that allows them to interact with each other and coordinate actions in real time.

L3Harris is not the only company developing such technologies. Similar developments are being conducted by:

- Anduril Industries — with projects such as Altius and other kamikaze drones.

- Lockheed Martin — with systems integrated into fifth-generation combat systems.

- General Atomics — with unmanned solutions based on MQ-9 and other platforms.

- Zone 5 Industries and other lesser-known companies — within the framework of specialized programs .

However, the Wolf Pack stands out for its scalability, low cost, and flexible application, which makes it particularly attractive to military personnel seeking cost-effective solutions on the battlefield.

According to the company's representatives, such systems have already passed flight tests and are capable of operating at a distance of up to 200 nautical miles (~370 km) with high speed and flight duration (up to 60 minutes or more) . This opens up opportunities for the Wolf Pack to be used in various scenarios, including reconnaissance, air defense suppression, sabotage operations, and pinpoint strikes.

The creation of the "Wolf Pack" from L3Harris is an important step in the development of the concept of autonomous swarm systems that change the rules of combat. Due to the combination of low cost, autonomy and high efficiency, such munitions are becoming a key element of the future of the US armed forces and their allies.

The US is deploying the top-secret Seabed Sentry acoustic arsenal to track Russian and Chinese submarines

The United States is actively building a network of autonomous sensors called Seabed Sentry, developed by the California-based company Anduril, to track Russian and Chinese nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarines. This system represents a new generation of underwater surveillance solutions using artificial intelligence (AI) to track maritime traffic autonomously.

Features and capabilities of Seabed Sentry:

* Modular sensor units: The system consists of modular sensor units with carbon fiber housings that can be installed by autonomous underwater vehicles (AUV) at depths of more than 500 meters. They are able to stay in place for months or even years without interference.

* Artificial Intelligence: Each module is equipped with an integrated computer with Anduril's Lattice AI platform, which processes and analyzes data right on the spot, providing highly accurate and continuous autonomous awareness of the seabed.

* Network structure: Seabed Sentry is a network of "cable-free" deep-sea nodes that perceive, process and transmit critical underwater information in real time. Communication between the modules is carried out through low-power acoustic channels, and a pop-up buoy or a robotic carrier with access to a satellite network is used to transmit information to the shore.

* Flexible deployment: The Seabed Sentry network lacks a centralized structure, its nodes are difficult to locate and easy to restart elsewhere if necessary.

* Integration with shock platforms: The system can be used for conducting anti-submarine and anti-ship reconnaissance, as well as for protecting underwater infrastructure. Seabed Sentry is capable of integrating with attack platforms such as the AUV Dive-XL, armed with miniature Copperhead-M torpedoes, which allows for the rapid transmission of information for a strike by autonomous vehicles.

Seabed Sentry fills gaps in connectivity and perception by providing maritime awareness and destruction chains in ways that are currently impossible without high costs. This system is designed to significantly complicate stealthy movement underwater, making it almost impossible. The development of the Seabed Sentry is part of an ongoing arms race where fleets are striving to both improve the stealth of their boats and create more effective methods of detecting them.

Meta and Anduril create AR-AI headset for the US Army, turning soldiers into combat intelligence centers

Meta and Anduril Industries have announced a strategic partnership to develop advanced augmented reality (AR) systems with artificial intelligence (AI) integration for American soldiers. The new AR-AI headset, codenamed EagleEye, is designed to significantly enhance the capabilities of military personnel in the field of combat intelligence and battlefield management in real time.

EagleEye is an augmented reality helmet that combines high—precision optical systems, Meta Llama AI models, sensors, and cloud computing. The headset provides a wide viewing angle and high color reproduction even in low-light conditions, which is critical for operations in complex and dynamic conditions. The use of AI makes it possible to process data from various sources — from satellites and drones to ground—based systems - and provide soldiers with instant, accurate information for decision-making.

A key element of the solution is integration with Anduril's Lattice command and control platform, which collects and analyzes data from thousands of sensors, providing a comprehensive picture of the combat situation. This allows not only to increase tactical awareness, but also to improve coordination between units.

The EagleEye project is part of the Soldier Born Mission Command (SBMC) Next program, which will replace Microsoft's previous IVAS system, which faced technical and ergonomic challenges. The new headset promises to be more comfortable, reliable and functional.

Meta and Anduril emphasize that their cooperation is aimed at preserving the technological advantage of the United States and reducing military costs through the use of advanced commercial technologies. According to Anduril founder Palmer Lucky, the goal is to turn soldiers into "technomages" armed with intelligent and wearable computing devices.

Anduril reveals Fury Fighter Technology: how an AI drone will fly with American pilots

 

Fury

The company Anduril Industries, founded by entrepreneur Palmer Lucky, presented the behind-the-scenes details of the development of its new unmanned fighter project Fury. This high-speed UAV is being created as part of the U.S. Air Force's Artificial Intelligence Combat Aircraft (CCA) program, and is designed to interact with manned fighter aircraft such as the F-22 Raptor and F-35 Lightning II.

Fury is designed as a "flying drone" capable of performing the functions of a scout, strike vehicle and communications hub in complex aerial operations. Its key feature is  built—in artificial intelligence, which allows you to operate autonomously or under the control of a pilot with the ability to quickly adjust tasks in real time.

Special attention was paid to the modularity of the design, which allows the Fury to be adapted to various missions, from reconnaissance to precision strikes. It can be equipped with various types of weapons, as well as act as a command node for other drones, forming a single network of controlled vehicles.

The US Air Force sees such drones as the future of aviation — they reduce risks for crews, increase combat capabilities, and make better use of existing resources. The CCA program, under which Fury is being developed, aims to create a new generation of autonomous combat vehicles that will work in tandem with humans.

The United States is strengthening its counteraction to drones: aircraft carriers are receiving a new generation of secret weapons

 

Coyote interceptor from Raytheon

With the threat from unmanned aerial vehicles on the rise, especially in the form of attacking drone swarms, the U.S. Navy is implementing a new air defense system to protect its carrier strike groups. New secret Coyote interceptors from Raytheon and Roadrunner-M from Anduril, designed to combat small and medium-sized UAVs, are being adopted.

These interceptor missiles are equipped with turbojet engines, which allows them not only to maneuver quickly, but also to hover in the air, waiting for targets in the carrier group's area of responsibility. This ability makes them effective in conditions of intense saturation of the airspace with a variety of targets.

A special feature of the new systems is **the possibility of reuse**: after completing a combat mission, some of the interceptors can return to the ship, ** land, refuel and be launched again**, which significantly increases the economic and tactical effectiveness of their use.

According to sources, both types of interceptors have already been tested in real combat conditions, participating in operations with the US Army and the Special Operations Command. The use of these technologies could become an important element of the Pentagon's strategy in dealing with drones in future conflicts.

The American company Anduril Industries has announced the production of a Roadrunner drone

 The American defense technology company Anduril Industries has announced the large—scale production of its new Roadrunner interceptor, a reusable drone designed to counter aerial threats with the ability to launch quickly.

The Roadrunner is a "reusable, vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL), operator—controlled autonomous aircraft (AAV)" equipped with two turbojet engines and modular payload options. These engines allow the aircraft to take off vertically without an accelerator and reach high subsonic speeds in flight.

The Roadrunner-M carries a high-explosive fragmentation warhead for hitting aerial targets, the system can be safely restored if it does not reach the target. In such cases, the drone performs a controlled vertical landing powered by its own thrust, a method comparable to SpaceX's Falcon 9 rockets.

Roadrunner-M — Reusable drone

Palmer Lucky: The US should focus on AI weapons to keep up with China

 

Palmer Lucky

Anduril founder Palmer Lucky called on the United States to fully focus on the development of weapons based on artificial intelligence (AI). In his opinion, the Pandora's box has already been opened, and the refusal to further develop technologies in this area will only worsen the US position on the world stage. Lucky stressed that the only alternative is the possibility that China will overtake the United States in the race to create autonomous weapons.

In his statement, the founder of Anduril noted that AI technologies are already actively being introduced into the military sphere, and attempts to ignore this fact can lead to serious strategic consequences. According to Lucky, if the United States does not lead in the development of AI weapons, they risk losing their technological superiority over other countries, especially China, which is actively investing in this area.

Lucky thinks the time for hesitation has passed. Pandora's box is already open, and now it's important not just to participate in the race, but to be the leader. This is the only way to ensure the security of the country and maintain a competitive advantage in the international arena. He also added that the use of AI for military purposes is inevitable, and the key question is who will control these technologies.

Experts point out that Lucky's statements reflect the growing concern in the United States about China's technological progress. In recent years, Beijing has made significant progress in the field of artificial intelligence, including its use for defense purposes. This raises concerns among the American authorities and private companies that seek to maintain their dominance in the defense industry.

However, Lucky's suggestion is controversial. Many experts and human rights organizations oppose the uncontrolled proliferation of autonomous weapons, fearing its potential consequences for humanity. However, Lucky is confident that abandoning the development of AI weapons will not solve the problem, but will only increase the threat from other states.

Anduril launches Copperhead, a family of high—speed software-controlled autonomous underwater vehicles

 Copperhead 

Anduril Industries has announced the launch of Copperhead, a new family of high-speed software-controlled autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) designed for autonomous system delivery. Copperhead is designed to meet the military and commercial needs of large fleets of unmanned naval vessels.

The Copperhead includes two models, the Copperhead-100 and the Copperhead-500, each offering a different size, payload, and range for commercial and defense missions. Both models can reach speeds of over 30 knots and are equipped with various payloads such as active and passive sensors, magnetometers, side scanning sonar and chemical detection devices.

The Copperhead-M is a military variant equipped with torpedo-like capabilities. It can be launched from larger platforms such as Dive-LD and Dive-XL, and is designed for mass production. The Dive-XL can carry dozens of small Copperhead-M or several larger Copperhead-500M, allowing the Dive-XL fleet to control ocean areas with unprecedented levels of autonomous maritime power.

Copperhead provides comprehensive, intelligent maritime capabilities that enable operators to quickly respond to threats in the underwater combat space, at a fraction of the cost of legacy options. The system is designed to quickly respond to commercial missions such as search and rescue operations, critical infrastructure inspection, and environmental monitoring.

The Copperhead-M is designed with mass production in mind, making it more affordable and effective for attacking unmanned underwater and surface enemy vessels. The system uses Anduril's Lattice software platform, which allows threat detection technologies to be updated with software updates.

Anduril has handed over its first autonomous underwater vehicle Dive-LD to the US Navy

 (AUV) Dive-LD

On Friday, Anduril, a defense technology company, announced the transfer of its first autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) Dive-LD to the US Navy's 1st Unmanned Underwater Vehicle Squadron (UUVRON-1). This is an important step in expanding the U.S. Navy's capabilities in the field of unmanned underwater systems and integrating autonomous technologies into naval operations.

Dive-LD is designed to perform long-term and deep-sea missions. It can stay underwater for up to 10 days and reach a maximum diving depth of 6,000 meters. The modular design of the device allows it to be quickly reconfigured to perform various tasks, including reconnaissance, surveillance, reconnaissance, mine defense, anti-submarine warfare and high-resolution hydrographic bottom survey. One of the key features of the Dive-LD is its 3D-printed shell, which allows for fast and cost-effective custom adjustments, increasing the device's adaptability for military and commercial applications.

In December 2024, the sailors of the 1st group of unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVGRU 1) and the 3rd Squadron (UUVRON 3) of the US Navy conducted practical exercises with Dive-LD at the base in Kittitas, Washington. The exercise demonstrated the U.S. Navy's commitment to rapidly deploying advanced unmanned systems in collaboration with innovative defense companies such as Anduril, with support from the U.S. Office of Defense Innovation (DIU).

The Dive-LD transfer is not only a technical breakthrough, but also corresponds to the broader strategic goals of the US Department of Defense. In August 2024, Dive-LD was selected to participate in the second wave of the Pentagon's Replicator program, which aims to rapidly mass-produce autonomous systems to enhance deterrence and combat capabilities. To meet the increasing demand, Anduril is building a new production facility in Quincy Point, Rhode Island, which will begin operations in early 2026 and will produce up to 200 Dive-LD units per year.

With increasing geopolitical tensions and the increasing strategic importance of the underwater sphere, platforms such as Dive-LD are becoming critical to maintaining the tactical superiority and global maritime dominance of the U.S. Navy. The 1st Unmanned Underwater Vehicle Squadron (UUVRON-1) and its units play a key role in integrating new autonomous capabilities into the militarymarine operations, providing testing, validation, and readiness for global deployment.

Anduril introduces innovative Seabed Sentry Submarine Surveillance System

 

Anduril has introduced a fast-deployable and unpredictable submarine surveillance system.

The goal of the Seabed Sentry project is to make underwater listening networks much more flexible and accessible by targeting enemy submarines and other threats.

Defense contractor Anduril has deployed a new, easily deployable underwater surveillance system called Seabed Sentry, which uses networks of small and relatively inexpensive modular sensor nodes. A new sonar array with a design inspired by the retractable arms on satellites is the main sensor that is now paired with it.            

A separate company, Ultra Maritime, is also supplying its Sea Spear sonar for use aboard the Seabed Sentry as part of an exclusive partnership with Anduril."Surface and air vehicles can operate with a clear line of sight and reliable communications, but the ocean is vast and opaque, which is why modern autonomous underwater sensor and communication technologies operate slowly in a disjointed mode. We need a network for real—time data exchange to reliably transmit information into action," Anduril said in a press release. "Seabed Sentry fills the gaps in connectivity and perception by providing maritime awareness and destruction chains in ways that are currently impossible without high costs.

               

In addition to being a physically modular system, Seabed Sentry is also an open architecture system, making it easier to upgrade existing capabilities and integrate hardware and software. How long a Seabed Sentry node can remain deployed will depend on its exact configuration, but Anduril says the nodes should be able to stay in place for months on end. After that, they can be restored and reused.

Anduril plans to open a manufacturing facility in the UK, creating thousands of jobs

 An American company known for its expertise in developing reconnaissance drones and barrage munitions is preparing to launch operations in the United Kingdom.

Anduril, a leading start-up in the field of defense technology, plans to build a modern production facility in the UK. This new plant, focused on the production of modern air and marine systems, is expected to create thousands of jobs, which will be a significant boost to the local economy.

The new facility is expected to operate independently of the company's main operations in the United States. He will have his own research and development department and will be able to produce a selected range of weapons within the British unit.

Anduril Industries: A new stage in the development of innovative technologies for the US Army

 

On Tuesday, the world learned about a significant reallocation of roles in the field of defense technology when Anduril Industries, founded by Palmer Luckey, announced its intention to assume key responsibilities for the production and development of software for the Integrated Visual Augmentation System (IVAS) project, a mixed reality system for the US Army. Previously, this project was under the auspices of Microsoft, but now management is being transferred to the hands of a young but rapidly developing company Anduril.

This step reflects not only changes in the structure of partnerships between technology giants and startups, but also indicates increased trust in new players in the field of defense. The story began with the fact that Microsoft initially received a contract to develop IVAS in 2018. The project was based on HoloLens technology, a mixed reality headset that allows military personnel to receive advanced tactical data, improve virtual training skills and optimize combat operations.

Now Anduril assumes responsibility for the further development of both the hardware and software components of the project. The company, known for its innovations in autonomous systems and artificial intelligence, plans to introduce its own developments to create a more efficient and reliable system. This solution can significantly speed up the modernization of military equipment, as Anduril specializes in the rapid adaptation of advanced technologies for use in modern conflicts.

The transition to Anduril is important for the entire defense industry. This demonstrates the trend that large technology companies are increasingly choosing to delegate specialized tasks to companies that can focus on specific aspects of development. This strategy allows you to achieve faster results and effectively use the unique competencies of each participant in the process.

In addition, this decision may have a positive impact on Anduril's competitiveness. The company has already established itself as a leader in the creation of autonomous drones and border monitoring systems, and now it will be able to demonstrate its capabilities in another high–tech field - mixed reality. This could be an important step for Anduril to become one of the main players in the defense technology market.

However, it is worth noting that the transfer of such a large-scale project involves a number of challenges. First of all, Anduril will have to face the need to integrate its technologies into the existing IVAS ecosystem, which will require close cooperation with Microsoft and other project partners. In addition, the company will have to meet the stringent requirements of the US Army in terms of safety, quality and reliability of equipment.

Despite these difficulties, experts believe that choosing Anduril as a new partner for the IVAS project is a logical step. The company has the necessary resources, experience and innovative approach to achieve success in this ambitious venture. Moreover, Anduril's participation can contribute to the further development of mixed reality technologies, opening up new horizons for their use in the military sphere.

So, the transfer of responsibility for the IVAS project from Microsoft to Anduril Industries marks an important milestone in the development of defense technologies. This step symbolizes a new stage of cooperation between large technology companies and innovative start-ups, and also highlights the importance of flexibility and adaptability in today's world. The future of mixed reality in the defense industry is becoming even more promising thanks to such solutions.