Swarm drone
Drones designed to operate together
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Swarm drones are drones especially designed to operate together as robotic swarms. Swarming is designed to maximise target saturation and overhelm enemy defenses during attack missions.[1]
Military operators
India
In November 2021, Defence Research and Development Organisation showcased an armed swarm technology with minimal human efforts. The drones were operable at high-altitudes, rough-weather conditions and can fly at a speed of 100 km/h (62 mph) and strike multiple targets.[2] For promoting the development of swarm drones, the Indian Air Force organised a three-year long competition in 2018.[3] In January 2025, NewSpace, which won the competition, was awarded a US$15 million contract for the manufacture of swarm drones for the Indian Army.[4][5] Hindustan Aeronautics Limited supported NewSpace for research and development of the technology.[6]
Israel
Swarm drones were allegedly used by the Israel Defense Forces for attacking rocket launch sites in Gaza strip, and against the Iranian Armed Forces.[7]