The Robotic Autonomy in Complex Environments with Resiliency program introduces the RACER Heavy Platform, a combat-scale autonomous tank designed for off-road operations, complementing the existing RACER Fleet Vehicle. Initial field testing in Texas proved successful.
The RACER program aims for platform agnostic autonomy in unpredictable off-road environments. The new RHP tank supports testing autonomy stacks at various scales and terrains, demonstrating adaptability and resilience.
The RHP tank, based on the Textron Ripsaw M5, successfully traveled over 30 miles autonomously in complex terrains during initial testing. DARPA sees this as a significant step towards achieving tougher autonomous maneuver goals with adaptability to new environments.
The RHP's integration as a fleet platform showcases the program's progression towards achieving challenging autonomous maneuver objectives, emphasizing resilience and adaptability across different robot platforms and scales.
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