SOFINS 2023: Day 3 Discover new solutions of UAVs and UGVs for Special Forces.

Day 3 for Army Recognition editorial team at SOFINS 2023, Special Operations Forces Innovation Network Seminar that was held at the Souge military base, near Bordeaux, in the southwest of France. In this video, discover the latest technologies of UGVs (Unmanned Ground Vehicles) and UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles) for military and security use.
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SOFINS 2023 is an opportunity for the defense industry to present the latest generation of UAVs and UGVs dedicated to the Special Forces and SWAT teams.  (Picture source Army Recognition)

The use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs) in special forces and SWAT (Special Weapons and Tactics) teams has become increasingly common in recent years. These advanced technologies provide a wide range of benefits in terms of situational awareness, force protection, and operational efficiency.

UAVs, also known as drones, can be used for aerial reconnaissance and surveillance, providing real-time information on the layout and activity in a specific area. This information can be invaluable for planning and executing operations, particularly in urban environments where threats can be difficult to detect from the ground level.

Both UAVs and UGVs can be equipped with advanced sensors, such as high-resolution cameras and thermal imaging, to identify and track specific targets. This capability is particularly useful for locating high-value targets or pinpointing the position of snipers and other hidden threats.

UAVs can serve as airborne communication relays, ensuring that teams maintain secure and reliable communication during operations. This can be particularly important in urban environments, where buildings and other structures can interfere with radio signals. UAVs and UGVs can be equipped with non-lethal weapons, such as tear gas or rubber bullets, to help control crowds and de-escalate situations without resorting to lethal force.

UAVs and UGVs can be used to provide direct tactical support during operations, such as providing cover or suppressing enemy positions, allowing special forces and SWAT teams to maneuver more effectively.

The integration of UAVs and UGVs into special forces and SWAT teams has the potential to dramatically improve operational effectiveness and reduce the risk to human operators. As these technologies continue to advance, it is likely that their roles in these contexts will continue to expand and evolve.

Summary of this video report: 

00:00 INTRO
00:22 Belgian company Sky-Hero presents is Unified Indoor Tactical Recon Robots System for Special Forces and SWAT team
04:26 French company Survey Copter unveils its new modular and multi-mission vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) concept named CAPA-X.
07:28 French company Nexter Robotics demonstrates its new ULTRO UGV Unmanned Ground Vehicle carrying the small UGV Nerva.
11:29 French company AIRUDIT presents a voice control system using IA Intelligence Artificial.
13:35 Information Army Recognition Group
13:50 OUTRO