PODCAST: Robotics and AI in defence, with Daniel Milford founding CEO at Chironix

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PODCAST: Robotics and AI in defence, with Daniel Milford founding CEO at Chironix

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, founding chief executive of robotics and AI company Chironix, Daniel Milford, joins host Liam Garman to discuss how technology has revolutionised both war fighting and productivity in the defence industry.

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, founding chief executive of robotics and AI company Chironix, Daniel Milford, joins host Liam Garman to discuss how technology has revolutionised both war fighting and productivity in the defence industry.

 

The pair begin by discussing Chrionix’s new Project Simpson, an uncrewed ground vehicle designed to transport battlefield casualties to field hospitals, as well as the company’s recent co-operation with the US Marines.

The podcast then analyses how robotics has revolutionised the defence industry, and the role Chironix has played in optimising the productivity of civil sectors through automation.

The pair wrap-up by discussing future improvements on the horizon for uncrewed vehicles and their evolving application on the battlefield and in businesses.

Enjoy the podcast,

The Defence Connect Team

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