Ukraine has developed an AI-powered robotic complex for demining and more: what can Bufalo do?
In Ukraine, a ground-based robotic complex called Bufalo has been created, the main purpose of which is logistics and humanitarian demining.
In Ukraine, a ground-based robotic complex called Bufalo has been created, the main purpose of which is logistics and humanitarian demining.
As Oboronka reports, the manufacturing company is not yet disclosing its name for security reasons.
The NRK diesel engine allows you to adjust the range without the need to constantly «change batteries», and the complex is equipped with as many tanks as the customer needs, so the Bufalo is able to travel 100-200 km.
«Previously, manufacturers relied on electric robots, and at certain stages of the war this was an advantage. Now it has become a disadvantage: the front line has stretched, and electric drones are not able to cover such a distance to deliver provisions and ammunition to the front line,» explains the company’s head Vladislav.
As for protection, the Bufalo can withstand direct hits from any bullet and indirect artillery fire from 152 mm shells if they fall within a radius of 100 m.
The communication system works remotely: we are talking about two available options at once — Starlink and a radio channel. Satellite communication with GPS navigation is protected from the influence of enemy electronic warfare thanks to the CRPA antenna.
Bufalo weighs about 4 tons, moves at speeds of up to 20 km/h and remains inconspicuous thanks to its low profile.
The ground drone works with artificial intelligence, which provides local navigation. Bufalo analyzes data from cameras installed on it, «sees» obstacles at a distance of up to 15 meters, suggests a safe route and stops in case of danger. At the same time, control remains with the operator.
The company reports that their drone is 70% Ukrainian-made, and the remaining 30% of components are from European Union countries. The cost of the Bufalo has not yet been disclosed.
Previously, dev.ua, together with an initiative that helps the Security and Defense Forces build the infrastructure and environment for the effective use of NRCs on the Victory Robots front, investigated where you can get the qualification of an NRC operator .
We also recently recorded a blitz interview with soldiers from the 1st Separate Medical Battalion about the MAUL IED, which is used for evacuation at the front.
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