The 61st Brigade has presented details of its new Pliushch ground robotic system, designed to remotely deploy communications channels in combat conditions. The brigade released a video showcasing the system's capabilities on its official channel.
Modern warfare is fundamentally dependent on reliable communications, without which coordinated operations become impossible. Maintaining stable links under fire, however, remains one of the most challenging tasks on the battlefield, particularly in exposed or heavily contested areas.
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Pliushch unmanned robotic system is intended to address this problem by allowing communications infrastructure to be deployed remotely. In addition to establishing communication channels, the system can also be used to install and support the operation of electronic warfare equipment, expanding its role beyond a single-function platform.
According to the 61st Brigade, the key advantage of Pliushch system lies in reducing risks to personnel. Instead of exposing soldiers to prolonged danger, the robotic system moves into hazardous zones on its own, deploys the necessary equipment, and maintains mission-critical systems where human presence would be unsafe.
Speed is another defining feature of the platform. Pliushch system requires just 60 seconds to deploy and 40 seconds to pack up and relocate, enabling rapid repositioning in response to changing battlefield conditions or enemy pressure.
Control of the system is highly flexible, as operators can manage it from virtually anywhere in the world. Notably, the brigade highlighted that a standard gaming-style controller is sufficient for operating the platform, lowering the barrier for training and integration.
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