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Defense robots for land, air and sea


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21 August 2011



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… The just-ended AUVSI convention showcased military/defense technology – including a Chinese-made drone.
… Good pics from the Wall Street Journal.




Frank Tobe is the owner and publisher of The Robot Report, and is also a panel member for Robohub's Robotics by Invitation series.
Frank Tobe is the owner and publisher of The Robot Report, and is also a panel member for Robohub's Robotics by Invitation series.

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