Navy Milbloggers Sal from "CDR Salamander" and EagleOne from "EagleSpeak" discuss leading issues and developments for the Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and related national security issues.
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Navy Milbloggers Sal from "CDR Salamander" and EagleOne from "EagleSpeak" discuss leading issues and developments for the Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and related national security issues.
Episode 736: Anduril and the Promise of Autonomous Systems - with Chris Brose
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53 minutes
2 weeks ago
Episode 736: Anduril and the Promise of Autonomous Systems - with Chris Brose
Summary
In this conversation, Chris Brose, President and Chief Strategy Officer of Anduril, joins Sal and Mark to discuss the company’s mission to revolutionize defense technology by integrating commercial innovations into military applications. He emphasizes the need for mass-producible military capabilities, the importance of adaptability in modern warfare, and the challenges posed by the current U.S. acquisition system. Brose also highlights the significance of collaborative combat systems and international partnerships, particularly through the Ghost Shark program with the Australian Navy. He expresses optimism about the future of U.S. defense, advocating for a shift towards a more agile and innovative approach to military production and strategy.
Chapters
00:00: Introduction to Anduril and Its Mission 04:26: The Unique Position of Anduril in Defense 09:02: The Shift in Military Strategy and Production Needs 13:11: Designing for Mass Production and Scalability 17:50: Innovations in Collaborative Combat Systems 23:35: The Ghost Shark Program and International Collaboration 28:02: Challenges in the U.S. Acquisition System 34:34: Deployability and Operational Integration of New Systems 39:41: Cost-Effective Solutions for Modern Warfare 45:01: Optimism for the Future of U.S. Defense
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Navy Milbloggers Sal from "CDR Salamander" and EagleOne from "EagleSpeak" discuss leading issues and developments for the Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and related national security issues.
