Ultra Maritime's AI Sonar, AT&T's Drone Detection, and U.S. Army's Autonomous Logistics - Defense AI Brief #51
July 27, 2026 -
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Rocket One has formed a strategic partnership with Placeve to enhance AI infrastructure for defense and space applications. This collaboration involves an investment and aims to evaluate Placeve's AI processor technologies. The partnership is set to explore new possibilities in AI-driven solutions, potentially impacting the future of defense and space operations.
Welcome to this week's edition of Defense AI Brief.
Rocket One has formed a strategic partnership with Placeve to enhance AI infrastructure for defense and space applications. This collaboration involves an investment and aims to evaluate Placeve's AI processor technologies. The partnership is set to explore new possibilities in AI-driven solutions, potentially impacting the future of defense and space operations.
Ultra Maritime Showcases AI-Driven Sonar at Navy Exercise
On July 20, 2026, Ultra Maritime demonstrated its Sea Spear sonar solution at the U.S. Navy's Lanternfish exercise, successfully detecting unmanned underwater vehicles and integrating with Anduril's Seabed Sentry. Read more
Vertiv Enhances Naval Postgraduate School's AI Research
Vertiv has deployed infrastructure to support the Naval Postgraduate School's new NVIDIA DGX™ GB300 system, aiming to advance AI research and education. Read more
Sigma Defense to Deliver SUNet 2.0 Prototype for AI in Defense
Sigma Defense has been selected to develop a prototype for SUNet 2.0, a secure network for AI and mission software modernization for the Department of War. The project aims to create a secure environment for AI/ML development and data collaboration. Read more
BLADE Wins U.S. Army Contract for Autonomous Logistics
BLADE has been chosen as a partner in the U.S. Army's Project Sustainment to automate supply distribution using the Dire WOLF vehicle. Read more
Skydio Drones Added to Blue UAS Cleared List
Skydio's X10, Dock for X10, and R10 drones have been added to the U.S. federal government's Blue UAS Cleared List, meeting cybersecurity and NDAA standards. This status enables eligibility for federal grants, benefiting public safety and emergency response agencies. Read more
AT&T and Ericsson Launch AI-Driven Drone Detection System
AT&T and Ericsson have launched an AI-driven drone detection system using 5G technology. The system can detect drones at altitudes of 300 to 400 feet and up to 6 kilometers away, following a previous demonstration at AT&T Stadium. Read more
Pelico Receives Investment from AE Ventures for AI in Aerospace
Pelico has secured a strategic investment from AE Ventures to enhance AI-driven manufacturing in the aerospace sector, announced at the Farnborough International Airshow. Read more
UFORCE and RECONCRAFT to Develop Maritime Drones for U.S. Military
UFORCE and RECONCRAFT have partnered to create advanced autonomous maritime drones for the U.S. military, utilizing UFORCE's unmanned systems and software. Read more
U.S. Air Force Adopts MetroStar's AI Platform Iris
The U.S. Air Force has selected MetroStar's AI-powered platform, Iris, to enhance maintenance operations at Travis Air Force Base, focusing on improving safety and efficiency in aircraft maintenance. Read more
Rocket One Partners with Placeve for AI in Defense and Space
Rocket One Inc. has announced a strategic partnership with Placeve Inc. to enhance AI infrastructure for defense and space applications, focusing on energy efficiency and performance. Read more
Pelico Partners with Boeing for C-17 Maintenance
Pelico has entered into a strategic agreement with Boeing to enhance the maintenance of the C-17 Globemaster III using AI technology. Read more
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