"We believe that AI agents, [specifically the] new generation of AI capabilities could serve better and more efficiently the clients and the end users," TII CIO Chawki Kasmi told Breaking Defense
At Paris Air Show, US executives said they see multiple paths for enlarging their share of the European defense market, including coproduction deals, mergers and acquisitions, and the creation of European-based subsidiaries.
Agentic AI helps defense manufacturers speed up production, cut complexity and improve decision-making across global supply chains.
The manufacturer has leaned on autonomy and cutting edge technology to support development of Proteus, which includes a digital twin and "more than 40 components manufactured with advanced composite materials and the use of AI in its control software."
Development of more novel weapon systems includes the second phase launch of the Tactical Advanced Laser Optical Systems (TALOS) project (TALOS-TWO), designed to support a long term target of developing 100 kilowatt-class laser weapons by 2030.
An initial technology development phase has been slated for 2025 to 2029, ahead of full engine development from 2030 onward, a company official told Breaking Defense.
Many feel that the FCAS (Future Combat Air System) is a Mission Impossible when one focuses on how much money -- $4 billion by 2025 is to be jointly allocated by France and Germany.
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