Army looking into using 2 U.S. ranges for testing to mimic electronic jamming seen in Ukraine
The Army in the next four to six weeks plans to set up at least two domestic ranges that mimic realistic conditions on Ukraine battlefields, according to Army Secretary Dan Driscoll.
TL;DR
- The Army will establish at least two domestic ranges in the next 4-6 weeks to simulate Ukraine's battlefield conditions.
- These ranges will feature electronic warfare and drone activity, enabling soldiers to train with developers.
- Russia reportedly produces 3,000-5,000 attack drones and 600,000 small drones per month.
- Ukraine produces approximately 30,000 interceptor drones per month.
- The U.S. needs to develop affordable, expendable interceptors in addition to advanced, costly munitions.
- The defense industry is facing pressure for faster production speeds and lower costs.