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Land
Autonomous ground systems are transforming modern warfare and require new capabilities to secure tactical superiority.
Part of the Quantum Systems Group
Developing AI for Autonomous Ground Systems
As part of the Quantum Systems Group, Spleenlab develops AI perception and autonomy software for next-generation autonomous ground systems. Working closely with platform teams across the group, we provide AI perception, navigation, and autonomous decision-making capabilities for advanced autonomous ground systems such as the Mandrill UGV.
State-of-the-Art
The current state of land warfare and autonomous ground systems shows significant deficiencies:
Conventional and Risky Reconnaissance - Ground operations rely heavily on manned vehicles and soldier-led scouting, putting personnel at risk and limiting operational tempo.
Logistical Vulnerabilities - Ground supply chains are inefficient, require significant manpower, and are highly exposed to disruption.
Active Sensor Exposure - Conventional systems emit detectable signatures via radar, LiDAR, or ultrasonic sensors—compromising stealth and survivability.
Limited AI Integration - The use of artificial intelligence for tactical decision-making, terrain analysis, and autonomous navigation is minimal.
GPS Dependency - Most navigation systems depend on GPS, leading to failures in urban, underground, or electronically disrupted environments.
Challenges
Complex Terrain Navigation
Urban environments, rough terrain, and dynamic battlefields overwhelm conventional navigation systems.
Situational Awareness
Capturing and interpreting complex environments requires advanced sensor fusion and AI-supported analysis.
Stealth Requirements
The need to operate without active emissions that could reveal position and intent will be crucial for survival.
Communication Denial
Future conflicts will occur in environments with disrupted
or blocked communication, requiring true autonomy.
Multi-Domain Integration
Ground systems must be able to work seamlessly with
air and naval forces.
Robust Edge Computing
Powerful, hardened computing platforms for complex AI processing in the field.
Advanced Passive Sensors
High-resolution cameras, thermal imaging systems, and passive acoustic sensors will become indispensable.
Energy Autonomy
Long-lasting energy systems for extended missions without resupply.
Resource Requirements
the role of AI
Autonomous Navigation
AI must be able to plan and execute complex routes through difficult terrain without GPS.
Tactical Decision-Making
Systems must be able to recognize threats and respond appropriately.
Collaborative Operations
AI must enable coordination between multiple autonomous systems and human units.
Certifiable Algorithms
AI systems must comply with strict military standards and function predictably.
Our AI Solution
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Passive-Only Navigation - Our proprietary Visual SLAM technology and terrain analysis enables precise positioning and route planning in complex environments
without GPS dependency or active emissions.
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Multi-Modal Passive Perception - Fusion of data from electro-optical, infrared, passive acoustic, passive RF detection, and other non-emitting sensors for comprehensive situational awareness under all conditions.
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Edge-Optimized Processing - All computations are performed directly on the vehicle's existing hardware, requiring no external infrastructure or data links for autonomous operation.
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Tactical Decision Support - AI-driven analysis of combat conditions to support optimal route planning, threat avoidance, and mission execution without active sensing.
Emission-Free Autonomy Architecture
Spleenlab's VISIONAIRY® Defense Suite revolutionizes land warfare through advanced passive autonomy:
Enables navigation, obstacle avoidance, and situational awareness without GPS or active sensors—ideal for urban, subterranean, and contested environments.
Built to meet military standards for safety, reliability, and formal verification—ensuring trust in autonomous tactical decisions.
Operates on existing onboard systems without the need for connectivity or hardware upgrades. Compatible with UGVs, robotic logistics platforms, and optionally manned vehicles.
Fuses vision, thermal, and passive RF data to understand complex ground environments, identify threats, and support autonomous maneuvering.
Reduces personnel requirements by enabling one operator to supervise multiple autonomous ground systems across reconnaissance, logistics, and support roles.
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