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Robot Wars! Meet The Technological Marvels Helping Ukraine's Troops On The Battlefield. Ukraine’s soldiers are getting help from some robot chums on the battlefield. At the UNITED24 anniversary summit earlier this year, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky unveiled a groundbreaking initiative to raise funds for combat robots. "Squads of robots will save the lives of our military and civilians," Zelensky stated. These robots are set to play diverse roles, from logistics support and towing operations to minelaying, demining, and even self-destruction for tactical advantage. Ukraine, via the UNITED24 platform, plans to raise funds for three primary types of ground robotic systems. Combat robots, the first category, are designed for remote operations, including assault, defence, surveillance, and reconnaissance. Models like SHABLYA M2, LYUT, MOROZ, and D-11 are already demonstrating their battlefield effectiveness. Self-destructive robots and minelayers represent the second category. These units are designed to target enemy armored vehicles and fortifications. The third category comprises logistical robots, vital for delivering supplies and evacuating wounded soldiers from the front lines. These versatile machines can transport up to 600 kg of cargo, including provisions, ammunition, and equipment. The Ukrainian military has already had considerable battlefield success by utilising drone technology in the air and at sea. Donations to help fund the deployment of the robots can be made via the UNITED24 platform.