A ground-based robotic system successfully evacuated wounded soldiers despite repeated attacks by russian FPV drones, according to footage released on February 11 by Ukraine's 5th Brigade. The video documents an evacuation mission carried out under constant aerial threat, highlighting the growing role of unmanned ground platforms on the modern battlefield.
The operation unfolded in an environment where any detected movement can quickly attract a drone strike. FPV drones have become one of the most persistent dangers along the front line, capable of targeting vehicles, supply routes, and evacuation teams with precision. Conducting a casualty evacuation under such conditions significantly increases risks for both personnel and equipment.
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Despite these threats, the mission was completed successfully. According to a serviceman with the callsign Bot, the robotic platform delivered supplies to forward positions, loaded the wounded, and transported them to safety. Both personnel and equipment were preserved, underscoring the operational value of removing human drivers and medics from the most exposed segments of the route.
The incident illustrates how unmanned ground vehicles are increasingly integrated into frontline logistics and medical support. Unlike traditional evacuation vehicles, robotic systems can operate in high-risk zones without directly endangering crews. This capability is particularly critical in sectors saturated with surveillance drones and loitering munitions.
Technically, ground robotic systems provide several advantages: a reduced thermal and visual signature compared to larger armored vehicles, remote operation from safer positions, and adaptability for multiple tasks ranging from cargo delivery to casualty evacuation. In drone-dominated battlespaces, survivability often depends on minimizing human exposure rather than relying solely on armor protection.
As Defense Express previously reported, on the Lyman axis, Ukrainian drone operators from the Signum Battalion of the 53rd Brigade have destroyed russian self-propelled artillery system in a precise three-strike operation. Footage of the engagement was released on the battalion's official channel, documenting what the operators described as a staged "duel of drone versus steel".
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