The soldiers used unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) operated by the NC13 unit and equipped with two disposable Bullspike grenade launchers. The robots approached russian positions, opened fire, and then drove directly into enemy fortifications before detonating.
According to the Third Army Corps, russian troops believed they were under attack by an assault group. In reality, robotic platforms controlled remotely by Ukrainian operators carried out the assaults.
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According to the Third Army Corps, russian troops believed they were under attack by an assault group. In reality, robotic platforms controlled remotely by Ukrainian operators carried out the assaults.
According to the Ukrainian military, this tactic allows UGVs to perform three missions simultaneously: engage enemy forces, exert psychological pressure, and destroy enemy positions.
First, a robot attacks an enemy fortification with its grenade launchers. It then approaches the position and detonates. This approach allows the robotic platform not only to deliver firepower but also to directly assault fortified positions without exposing Ukrainian infantry to danger.
The psychological effect also plays an important role. When russian troops mistake approaching robots for an infantry assault, they may respond as if a Ukrainian assault group were advancing on their positions.
The corps describes this tactic as unprecedented in the history of warfare. Meanwhile, UGV operators control the robots from secure positions dozens of kilometers from the frontline, while the machines carry out the most dangerous part of the mission directly at enemy positions.
The released video features footage from four operations: Ryazanskyi Sakhar, Chytanka, Chipok, and Veyko Siege. The footage shows the robotic platforms attacking russian positions during these operations.
As Defense Express reported, Operation Vivaldi gained momentum as Ukraine regained 125 Sq. km and liberated several settlements in Donetsk region.
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