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Shield AI Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire V-BAT Developer Martin UAV.

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US-based technology company Shield AI, which develops artificial intelligence and self-driving car technologies for the defense industry, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire US-based aerospace company Martin UAV, the company said.

Martin UAV is best known for its vertical takeoff and landing unmanned aircraft, V-BAT.

Shield AI will integrate its combat-proven autonomy software, Hivemind, into the V-BAT, reinforcing Shield AI's leadership position in defense-focused edge autonomy.

Shield AI's Hivemind is the leading artificial intelligence and autonomy stack for a range of applications across the defense landscape.

It uses path-planning, mapping, state-estimation, and computer vision algorithms, combined with reinforcement learning and simulations, to train unmanned systems to execute a variety of missions - from infantry clearance operations to breaching integrated air defense systems with unmanned aircraft.

The V-BAT, with its innovative, near-zero footprint VTOL and long-endurance capabilities, is unlike any UAS on the market.

Propelled by a single, ducted, thrust-vectored fan, it takes off and lands in the style of a SpaceX rocket. It offers 11 hours of flight time, carries 25 lbs. of payload, and can hover and stare 10 times longer than any of its competitors.

Its logistics footprint fits into the bed of a pickup truck or inside a Blackhawk helicopter, significantly reducing the total cost of capability. US and international customers view the V-BAT as a flexible platform capable of performing Group 1 UAS to Group 4 UAS missions and beyond.

Martin UAV's V-BAT has over two years of persistent operational experience at sea in support of SOUTHCOM, the US Marine Corps, and multiple international customers.

In April of 2021, the US Navy selected the V-BAT over 13 prime OEM competitors in a highly competitive selection...

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