US to Equip Troops with Israeli AI Counter-Drone Rifle Systems
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- US to purchase Israeli AI counter-drone rifle systems.
- Contract with Smart Shooter valued up to $150 million.
- SMASH system enhances infantry's ability to target small drones.
- Deal strengthens Israel's position in defense tech market.
- Contract duration is three years.
Israeli defense company Smart Shooter has signed a significant contract with the U.S. government to supply its drone-fighting systems, valued at up to $150 million over three years. The technology, known as SMASH, is an artificial intelligence-powered fire control system that mounts directly onto rifles.
SMASH enables soldiers to effectively track and neutralize small drones using conventional firearms. The system assists the shooter in maintaining a target lock and optimizes firing for maximum hit probability, addressing the growing threat posed by small unmanned aerial vehicles used for reconnaissance and attacks.
Traditional air defense systems are often deemed too costly or inefficient against low-flying, small aircraft. SMASH aims to enhance infantry accuracy in combat by providing a more effective solution against these aerial threats.
This major contract with the U.S. government is expected to bolster Smart Shooter's standing in the global defense technology market and significantly enhance American forces' capabilities in defending against aerial threats.
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