Milrem Robotics Introduces Next Generation Autonomous Vehicle
25 February 2018 - 3:00AM
Business Wire
During UMEX 2018 in Abu Dhabi, Milrem Robotics introduces the
next generation THeMIS unmanned ground vehicle intended
specifically for desert terrain and hot climates that is also
equipped with autonomous capabilities.
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Milrem Robotics' autonomous THeMIS
unmanned ground vehicle Type 4 on display at UMEX 2018. (Photo:
Business Wire)
After IDEX 2017 where the THeMIS was exhibited last, the vehicle
stayed in the Emirates and went through rigorous tests in the
desert climate and terrain. Knowledge gained from those tests have
been incorporated into the new version of the THeMIS, internally
designated the Type 4.
The new THeMIS is 30 cm longer and has significantly better
traction in desert conditions as well as better cooling systems.
The vehicle has a larger payload area that can be used to carry
different remote weapon systems, surveillance and C-IED equipment
etc.
Weapon systems integrations have already been done together with
Singapore Technologies Kinetics, Aselsan and FN Herstal.
The company has also developed the autonomous control system for
the vehicle, specifically with waypoint navigation. This feature
allows the UGV to follow a predetermined path without the need for
the operator to control it.
This would make the UGV ideal for perimeter patrol, especially
when equipped with a remote weapon station that, in addition to
detecting enemy forces, makes it possible to take immediately
action against them. The system can simultaneously send crucial
surveillance data back to the headquarters and forces inside the
perimeter.
The UGV is on display on stand no A-014.
Please have a look at the autonomy video here -
https://youtu.be/Sp-baaRC0fI
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Milrem RoboticsGert Hankewitz, +37256644416Export
DirectorGert.hankewitz@milrem.com