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Robot scout team runs first satellite-to-strike test at Fort Knox

Four DARPA RACER autonomous ground vehicles hunted a target flagged in satellite imagery on Oct. 15, with one scouting ahead and two moving up in support before a simulated strike about 300 yards out. Every engagement required a human operator’s approval. U.S. European Command requested the test, and a second round with soldiers is planned for December.

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