Autonomous Leader-Follower UAS Formation for Enhanced Mission Resilience and Reduced Operator Workload

The objective of this topic is to develop and demonstrate an affordable robust and reliable autonomous leader-follower UAS formation capability, enabling a single First-Person View (FPV) pilot to command and control multiple UAS effectively. This system should incorporate: seamless pilot reassignment in case of lead UAS failure, synchronized terminal guidance capabilities, and an innovative stasis mode for follower units to conserve energy and maintain position. Furthermore, the system must include advanced target designation features, allowing the lead UAS to mark targets for autonomous execution by follower units

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CMMC

Level 2 (Self)

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Autonomous UAS; Leader-Follower Formation; AI-Powered Control; Resilient Communication; Terminal Guidance; Contested Environments