The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has revealed that nine ground robotic platforms developed by Ukrainian manufacturers have been codified and put into operation within the Ukrainian defense forces since the start of this year. Colonel Volodymyr Rochniak, the head of the Ministry of Defense’s department, made this announcement, highlighting the increasing role of unmanned systems in minimizing human presence on the front lines and enhancing battlefield capabilities.
While the specific platforms remain undisclosed, they encompass a range of purpose-built systems, including armed platforms with machine guns, evacuation units, logistical support, and those designed for mine clearance and demolition. Colonel Volodymyr Rochniak emphasizes the growing significance of unmanned ground platforms and notes the focus of Ukrainian manufacturers on their production to bolster forces.
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One notable example is the Ironclad combat robot with the ShaBlia combat module from Roboneers, which the 5th Separate Assault Kyiv Brigade showcased in January, engaging russian forces. Additionally, unmanned ground platforms like the Ratel S system, used for mine clearance and capable of carrying up to 35 kg of payload, are gaining traction, including their application as kamikaze robots with two anti-tank mines in their mine-clearing version.
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