The war in Ukraine is shifting towards a new technological paradigm, in which automation and the speed of decision-making are becoming key factors. Recent months have been marked by the start of a large-scale \u00abmid-range strike campaign\u00bb, in which the Ukrainian Defence Forces are deploying drones equipped with artificial intelligence on a massive scale.<\/p>\n
These systems are radically are changing logistics<\/a> in the occupied territories, focusing on disrupting the enemy\u2019s supply lines up to 150\u2013200 kilometres behind the front line.<\/p>\n The main problem with conventional long-range UAVs is their vulnerability to electronic warfare measures (REB<\/a>). Over distances of more than 50 km, Russian systems jam or spoof the GPS signal, which has often resulted in a loss of contact with the operator.<\/p>\n Modern Ukrainian drone models (such as Hornet<\/i><\/a>, Darts<\/i> and new high-speed interceptors LITAVR<\/i>) tackle this problem using integrated on-board computers and AI algorithms.<\/p>\n When satellite navigation is switched off, the on-board AI continuously scans the terrain below using optical cameras. A real-time algorithm compares the contours of roads, rivers and landscape features with high-precision satellite images stored in its memory. This allows the UAV to autonomously calculate its trajectory and maintain its course in conditions of complete radio silence.<\/p>\n The operator no longer needs to guide the drone right up to the moment of detonation. Once the drone enters the designated area, the artificial intelligence analyses the video feed automatically. Based on the engines\u2019 geometric parameters, texture and thermal radiation, the system automatically:<\/p>\n Identifies targets (refuelling vehicles, radars, air defence launchers, command posts).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n It eliminates decoys and false targets that the enemy uses to mislead us.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n It locks onto the target and adjusts the controls to ensure precise targeting.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Information from the Ministry of Defence:<\/b> If the target is an air defence position, the AI clearly distinguishes between the radar and the launcher, independently selects the highest-priority target for attack, and adjusts the angle of attack even when local jammers are operating intensively.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Instead of exhausting frontal assaults on fortified positions, the Ukrainian command has shifted its focus to \u00abcutting off supply lines\u00bb. Massive waves of kamikaze drones are attacking logistics corridors in the south<\/a> Ukraine, connecting the mainland with Crimea.<\/p>\nA technological breakthrough: how the \u00ablast mile\u00bb of AI works<\/h2>\n
Visual navigation (DSMAC) without GPS<\/h3>\n
Terminal guidance for the \u00ablast mile\u00bb<\/h3>\n
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Results on the battlefield: logistical isolation<\/h2>\n