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The ULTRA autonomous tactical vehicle, integrates and deploys multiple modular payloads, including UAS for reconnaissance and breaching
| Credit: Overland AIOverland AI today announced the launch of its ULTRA uncrewed tactical platform
The Seattle-based company said ULTRA is a new generation of ground system, designed to be fully autonomous and easy configurable for
different missions.At the heart of the system is Overland AIs proprietary OverDrive software stack, its SPARK hardware infrastructure, and
modular payloads that include uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) and counter-UAS systems.ULTRA can navigate environments ranging from dense
forests to volcanic ridges, said Byron Boots, co-founder and CEO of Overland AI
This empowers the warfighter to win in crucial contested theaters like the Indo-Pacific while keeping them out of harms way.Register now so
you don't miss out!Overland AI designs for multiple missionsULTRA features a 1,000-lb
(453.5 kg) payload capacity and a top speed of 35 mph (56.3 kph), with a cruising range extending to 100 miles, said the company, which was
Its off-road autonomy software, developed through extensive and rigorous testing in the DARPA RACER program, enables uncrewed platform
movement in GPS-denied environments across brutal terrain and conditions.What sets ULTRA apart is its versatility across critical ground
operations, including integrated reconnaissance operations, direct support of maneuver forces, and counter-UAS protection
Overland AI said its missions can also include resupply for humanitarian aid, including food and water, and contested logistics missions.The
systems networked capabilities enable seamless communication with warfighters and command nodes through local mesh networks, 5G, and
satellite uplinks.ULTRA gives commanders an immediately deployable solution for reconnaissance, counter-UAS, and logistics operations, added
Greg Okopal, co-founder and chief operating officer of Overland AI
The vehicle is backed by resilient, networked communications that extend reach and reduce risk.The ULTRA autonomous vehicle can map its
surroundings in real time, while driving offroad in new territory
| Credit: Overland AIULTRA part of ongoing contractsThe ULTRA system builds on Overland AIs established relationship with the United States
armed forces, following the Overland AIs $18.6 million contract with the United States Army and Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) for the
Robotic Combat Vehicle (RCV) program
The company continues to support programs across the Army, Marine Corps, and Special Operations Command.The vehicle is fitted with a
modular, adaptable deck with L-track mounting, vertical hitch receivers, shackles, and side rails as mount points for
mission-specific
It has a gross vehicle weight of 3,500 lb
(1,587 kg), a payload capacity of 1,000 lb
(454 kg), and a top speed of 35 mph (56 kph).In addition, the vehicle is gas-powered with a 114 HP engine and offers 1KW of electrical power
for onboard payloads.At the heart of the autonomy for the platform is OverDrive, a proprietary ground vehicle autonomy stack, that is
purpose-built for complex, natural, and contested environments
Mission commanders can use the OverWatch software, which empowers unit operators with advanced mission planning.The company claimed that its
platform enables intuitive, one-to-many control of vehicles powered by OverDrive with unmatched efficiency and precision.To learn more about
the future of field robotics, be sure to attend the upcoming Field Robotics Forum at RoboBusiness on Oct
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