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Engineer Autonomous Breaching Capability

U.S. Army initiative run by Capability Program Executive Mission Autonomy to prototype autonomous systems that breach obstacles and minefields with fewer engineers exposed. Caterpillar, Forterra, IDV USA and Overland AI were selected in July 2026, with a unit assessment planned for early 2027 to inform a production decision.

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    Forterra · Sep 9, 2026 · Supports Program

    “a new effort to field autonomous obstacle reconnaissance, clearance, proofing, and marking systems for combat engineers”
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    U.S. Army · Jul 8, 2026 · Supports Program

    “This project will develop and prototype autonomous systems capable of rapidly breaching complex obstacles and minefields under direct observation and fire”

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