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October 3, 2023 | International, C4ISR, Security

Defense Innovation Unit seeks modular test system to scale drone tech

The notice comes as the Pentagon embarks on an ambitious plan to change the way it buys high-need capabilities to counter China’s military advantage.

https://www.defensenews.com/battlefield-tech/2023/10/03/defense-innovation-unit-seeks-modular-test-system-to-scale-drone-tech/

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