Tactical AI system enabling drones to operate autonomously in GPS-denied, communications-denied environments. Can coordinate swarms without external data links.
Hivemind represents Shield AI's core commercial and military offering, developed to solve the specific challenge of operating drones in GPS-denied and communications-jammed environments that future high-end conflict will present. The AI pilot uses reinforcement learning combined with model predictive control to execute complex maneuvers at the edge of the aircraft's flight envelope. Shield AI has demonstrated Hivemind controlling F-16 and simulated F-35 aircraft, positioning itself as a potential provider of AI pilots for crewed-unmanned teaming at the highest performance tier.
Integrated into V-BAT, F-16 (test), and planned for F-35; demonstrated autonomous building clearance with US Marines
Shield AI is privately held. The Hivemind technology's planned integration into crewed fighters including F-16 and F-35 makes Lockheed Martin (LMT) an indirect beneficiary if the integration program advances.