US Army pushes robots for last-mile logistics and casualty evacuation in combat zones

The U.S. Army is seeking an unmanned ground vehicle that can both resupply troops and evacuate casualties near the front lines.

The robot must handle off-road travel, GPS-denied navigation, teleoperation, and beyond-line-of-sight communications.

The goal is to keep frontline units supplied while reducing exposure to drones, artillery, and snipers.

The effort reflects growing interest in battlefield ground robots, including lessons from Ukraine.