Virginia Tech launches program to counter hostile drones

United States

First seen: Aug 28, 2026, 8:47 PM UTCUpdated: Aug 28, 2026, 10:46 PM UTC

WHAT HAPPENED

Virginia Tech launched a research program to help the US military detect and destroy hostile drones. The supplied headline gives no details on funding, capabilities or deployment timetable.

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Improved counter-drone research addresses a growing threat to military personnel and infrastructure.

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