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In this vein, Luckey founded Anduril Industries, named after the reforged sword in "The Lord of the Rings," symbolizing the revival of a national security spirit within the U.S. While honoring the tradition of past defense innovations, the company sought to realign the nation’s innovative tech capabilities with the Department of Defense.
The Vision Behind Anduril Industries
Anduril Industries operates differently from traditional defense contractors. Where others thrive on cost-plus contracts—essentially profiting from inefficiencies—Anduril employs a model akin to tech startups, using its own capital to create groundbreaking products and systems tailored to meet modern defense requirements.