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One of the most significant challenges lies in tactics—how to effectively coordinate UGV actions with human forces. As Ukraine pioneers these applications, military doctrine is still evolving.
Defensive roles are well-developed: armed UGVs are layered behind frontlines, providing persistent observation and establishing dense fire zones that are difficult for Russian troops to breach. They patrol autonomously, tracking enemy movements and maintaining surveillance for days—ever alert for incoming threats from enemy drones or artillery.