The US Company Target Arm Inc. presented an innovative robotic solution at AUSA 2025 that can launch and retrieve drones in motion.
The system, called Ralar Modular Mission Payload (MMP), represents a significant advance for drone operations in high-risk environments, as vehicles and aircraft can perform these tasks without stopping.
The system was shown integrated with Infantry Squad Vehicle- Utility (ISV-U-U) from GM Defense, highlighting the use in tactical reconnaissance and attack assignments near the front line. The robotic arm of Ralar can catch drones in the middle of flight, reducing the exposure of the soldiers and increases the agility of operations.
The precision of the system is ensured through positioning technology from Trimble Inc., which synchronizes the movement of the vehicle with the drone.
Designed to be modular and compatible with different platforms, Ralar can be installed on vehicles, robots or aircraft without the need for structural adjustments on the drones. According to Target Arm, the system is also ready for future integration with autonomous systems and AI-powered drone swarms, offering greater flexibility and security in dynamic military operations.
Source: Defence Blog | Photo: LinkedIn – Target Arm Inc. | This content was created using AI and reviewed by the editorial team
