ARX Robotics demonstrates GEREON UGV operational readiness at US Army's Project Convergence-Capstone 6

ARX Robotics participated in both combat validation and experimental trials alongside the British Experimentation and Trials Group (ETG), the 11th Brigade, and the 3rd Deep Recce Strike Brigade. The company deployed eight of its GEREON-type unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) during the exercise.

Performance and Capabilities

Over the six-day exercise, the GEREON systems performed tasks across multiple domains:

• Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR)
• Electronic Warfare
• Counter-UAS operations
• Logistical supply
• Casualty evacuation (CASEVAC)

GEREON successfully completed all demanding training scenarios and combat tasks, demonstrating reliable long-distance operation under the extreme desert conditions of Fort Irwin. The system maintained continuous connectivity to military communication, command, and data networks. Data collected was integrated into command and information systems at brigade, division, and corps levels, confirming the platform's seamless integration into multinational formations.

Specialized Payloads and Hazardous Operations

The trial demonstrated GEREON's ability to deploy specialized sensors into forward and hazardous operational areas, significantly increasing the range and effectiveness of reconnaissance operations while reducing risk to soldiers and manned platforms. Systems were equipped with various payloads, including:

• CORVUS-RAVEN electronic warfare and counter-drone solution (L3Harris)
• Watchdog counter-drone sensor system (MyDefence)
• Podview reconnaissance and target acquisition system (Overview)

Power and Logistics Testing

New approaches to powering robotic systems were tested, including:

• Charging the GEREON control system via the ATeMM mobile energy platform (Plasan)
• Tests with the British Army's new hybrid support vehicle

These activities provided important insights into power supply and logistical support for robotic fleets during prolonged, decentralized operations.

Leadership Comments

Colonel Jim Howard OBE, Commander of the British Army's Experimentation & Trials Group (ETG), stated:

"Project Convergence-Capstone 6 provides a valuable opportunity to test how the British Army integrates autonomous and unmanned systems into land operations as part of a multinational corps maneuver. It is impressive to see how ARX Robotics' systems prove themselves in one of the world's most challenging training environments – both under the extreme conditions at Fort Irwin and in the context of intense electronic warfare."

David Roberts, CEO of ARX Robotics UK, said:

"Project Convergence-Capstone 6 has shown that our systems are ready to be deployed not just as standalone technology, but as an integrated component of multinational forces on a large scale. This is an important milestone for our growing presence in the United States. The trial confirmed that our common software-defined platform can be used across multiple missions, quickly integrated with partner technologies, and connected to the operational networks of allied forces."

Next Steps

The focus of PC-C6 was on validating the US Army's Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) architecture and improving interoperability between allied forces. ARX Robotics will use the lessons learned to further develop GEREON, the Mithra operating system, and future concepts for software-defined land autonomy.

Source: ARX Robotics