Drone warfare in space: Swarms of autonomous, laser-shooting cubesats could defend Western satellites in orbit
Space.com • 11/4/2026
Summary
The U.K. startup Shield Space is developing swarms of up to 100 autonomous cubesats designed to defend Western satellites in orbit. This initiative aims to apply lessons learned from drone warfare in Ukraine. The cubesats will be equipped with laser technology.
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