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A British Army commander testing war robots says they aren't always the right tool for the job
- British troops who tested dozens of ground robots say they can help — but are a niche tool, useful only for certain missions rather than a silver bullet.
- Real-world problems — moving them into position, batteries/fuel, reliable control and autonomy, and rough terrain — often blunt their effectiveness.
- Ukraine highlights where they shine: keeping soldiers out of harm’s way for resupply, mine-breaching and other high-risk tasks (even experimental robotic amphibious moves).
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