The US Army has taken steps toward creating a "Phantom Menace", or an army without human personnel. This includes robots that can do tasks that humans are unable to. These systems can work in conjunction with other troops on the battlefield to protect the soldiers from harm and keep them out of the way.
Future battlefields will also be able to benefit from the use of robotic systems as force multipliers. They can also provide new data and sensors can be positioned in new positions. They are also able to clear landmines from war-torn zones. They have much work ahead of them before they can join up for the Army.
The Army currently has three main programs to test military robotics. One is the Optionally Manned Fighting Vehicle or OMFV, which replaces Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicle. Tracked Robot 10-Ton (or TRX) is another. It was built using technologies that were developed under the Small Multipurpose Equipment Transport program.
A two-armed robot is another project. This would allow the robot to fire a non-lethal rubber bullet or a powerful "elephant killer" bullet.
Artificial intelligence is a promising project. The robot can view video streams and interact with humans to learn how to complete a task. A robot might then be able perform the same task.
Robotics are becoming increasingly realistic. However, they can't replace human combat personnel. AI-based bots are still learning tactics. Human arms only have seven degrees of freedom.
The Army established an artificial intelligence system to train robots. Machine learning algorithms are used to train the robots to perform the same tasks that a human can. The AI can only do this if there are enough training data. The system may rely on human demonstrations to make up the difference if it doesn't have enough training data.
Another important element of artificial intelligence systems is their ability to react to changes in their environment. The robots can react to changes in their environment by using various sensors such as heat and chemical sensors. For example, if a chemical contaminant or heat source is detected, the robot will be able to adjust its own behavior to avoid a collision.
In addition to artificial intelligence the Army also relies on other systems for robot safety and effectiveness. These systems will include a standard operations order, or SOA, which will give humans a set of guidelines to follow when making decisions. The SOA will also help humans to define and interpret the information they're given. The SOA allows humans to speak in two directions when they are looking for a specific object.
The artificial intelligence system trains robots to be more willing to follow instructions and learn specific tasks. The artificial intelligence system will also consider distance and proximity when a robot attempts avoid a collision.