Indian army to induct remote-controlled MULE robotic dogs into its fold

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The Indian army, which is the second largest army on earth, is about to induct remote-controlled MULE robotic dogs into its fold for the purposes of surveillance and logistics. This is part of its policy to modernize operational capabilities through technology as well as phasing out its animal transport fleet. They were developed by research institutions associated with the Indian military.

https://www.firstpost.com/tech/indian-army-set-to-induct-25-remote-controlled-mule-robotic-dogs-into-its-fold-13785830.html
 

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The MULE robotic dogs are equipped with thermal cameras and various sensors, allowing them to conduct surveillance in diverse environments, particularly in steep and uneven terrains. They are designed to enhance the army’s surveillance capabilities without risking human lives. The MULES can also carry small loads to frontline soldiers, ensuring supplies reach those in critical positions.

The MULES are primarily intended for surveillance in mountainous regions or areas where targets are suspected to be hiding. Using robotic dogs minimizes the risk to human soldiers or canine units in dangerous situations.

 

Apart from helicopters (ALH), heavy-lift drones have been similarly developed to send supplies and cargo to soldiers in posts at high altitudes in the Himalaya as well as during disaster relief operations. 

Mules and other animals were used in the past to transport supplies to posts in mountain tops , exposing the animals to dangerous conditions  . In line with the ongoing "force restructuring and optimization " initiative , the army is phasing out its animal transport fleet, and inducting logistics drones, robotic mules, all-terrain vehicle and rough terrain vehicles.