In Ukraine's 'kill-zone', robots are a lifeline to troops trapped on perilous eastern front
Summary
Robots are helping Ukrainian troops by delivering supplies and evacuating the wounded in a dangerous area of eastern Ukraine. These unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) are used heavily because they can operate in areas targeted by Russian drones and forces. About 90% of supplies for the frontline in the city of Pokrovsk are now delivered using these robots.Key Facts
- Ukraine is using robots, called unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs), to help soldiers in eastern Ukraine.
- The UGVs deliver supplies and evacuate the wounded in the frontline area of Pokrovsk.
- These robots can move in places where it's dangerous for human soldiers due to attacks from Russian drones and artillery.
- UGVs are controlled remotely and are hard to detect and jam.
- Russian forces are trying to cut off supply routes to capture the city of Pokrovsk.
- About 90% of supplies to the frontline are delivered by these robots.
- The frontline area is known as the "kill-zone" due to constant attacks from both sides' drones.
- The situation in Pokrovsk is very difficult, but Ukrainian forces continue to hold the area.
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