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Florida Charter Boat Snags U.S. Military Drone During Routine Tests
defense18 days ago

Florida Charter Boat Snags U.S. Military Drone During Routine Tests

A Gulf of Mexico charter fishing trip yielded an unusual catch when a boat hauled in a U.S. military drone, later identified as an Eglin Air Force Base LUCAS drone that reportedly collided with the water during routine testing. The drone was recovered and handed to the Defense Department, with Eglin confirming the incident as part of ongoing munitions tests and CENTCOM noting a new one-way drone task force operating in the region.

via CBS News|
#centcom#defense#drone
Mahi-Mahi Leads to Possible Shahed-136 Clone Near Eglin AFB
technology19 days ago

Mahi-Mahi Leads to Possible Shahed-136 Clone Near Eglin AFB

A Florida charter boat hauled up a drone near Eglin AFB that resembles a Shahed-136 clone tied to the U.S. LUCAS program. Eglin would not confirm it was the missing drone, and authorities have not disclosed details. The recovered craft, identified as FLM-136 and linked to SpecktreWorks, underscores ongoing development of low-cost, autonomous one-way attack drones and the race to improve counter-UAS capabilities.

via TWZ|
#counter-uas#drone-recovery#eglin-afb
US LUCAS Drones to Run AI-Powered Swarm Tactics
technology4 months ago

US LUCAS Drones to Run AI-Powered Swarm Tactics

US LUCAS long-range, low-cost one-way attack drones will be outfitted with Shield AI's Hivemind autonomy software to enable coordinated AI-driven swarms with a human-in-the-loop for lethal decisions; the AI pilots have been tested in Ukraine and aim to boost kill probability, lower cost per effect, and maintain swarm effectiveness in GPS- or comms-denied environments, with an operational demonstration planned later this year.

via The War Zone|
#autonomous-weapons#drone-swarming#hivemind
From Shahed to Saturation: How LUCAS Drones Rewrote U.S. Warfighting Depth
defense6 months ago

From Shahed to Saturation: How LUCAS Drones Rewrote U.S. Warfighting Depth

An interview with former Pentagon official Michael C. Horowitz explains how the U.S. developed LUCAS, a low-cost unmanned combat drone reverse-engineered from Iran’s Shahed‑136 and first fielded in Operation Epic Fury. The program, pushed through under both the Trump and Biden administrations with support from the Defense Innovation Unit, APFIT, and SpektreWorks, aims to flood the force with inexpensive, mass-produced precision munitions to supplement—not replace—high-end weapons like Tomahawks. Horowitz argues this “mass depth” approach could complicate defenses against peers like China, advocates tens of thousands (even hundreds of thousands) of units, and signals a broader shift toward scalable, risk-tolerant defense procurement, though production bottlenecks and operational use questions remain.

via The War Zone|
#defense#defense-innovation#drone
US Plans Mass Production of Iran's Shahed Drone Design
politics6 months ago

US Plans Mass Production of Iran's Shahed Drone Design

The Wall Street Journal reports the U.S. is moving to mass‑produce the Iran‑designed Shahed drone as a low‑cost system called LUCAS, with unit costs around $25,000–$50,000 (about $35,000 in U.S. service). The effort follows Iran’s Shahed‑136 use by Russia in Ukraine and Russia’s help refining the drones; proponents argue cheaper drones and laser defenses could offset the high cost of MQ‑9 Reapers, though lasers face weather limitations.

via Gizmodo|
#drones#iran#iran-war
AI-Enhanced U.S. Weapons Debut in Iran War
world7 months ago

AI-Enhanced U.S. Weapons Debut in Iran War

Amid the Iran conflict, the U.S. showcases AI-enabled weapons—PrSM missiles and LUCAS drones (with Anthropic's Claude AI)—alongside F-35 breakthroughs and a submarine torpedo strike that reportedly sank an Iranian warship, with officials praising innovation despite budget and development timelines.

via Axios|
#ai#iran#lucas
The 70s Filmmaking Rebellion That Still Shapes Hollywood
film7 months ago

The 70s Filmmaking Rebellion That Still Shapes Hollywood

Coppola, Lucas, and Spielberg broke free from the studio system in the 1970s, building independent ventures that produced landmark hits (The Godfather, Jaws, Star Wars, E.T.) and transformed Hollywood’s power dynamics; the piece argues their fight for creative autonomy inspired a new generation while inviting later executives to imitate and co‑opt their methods, a pattern echoed today as filmmakers seek ownership within a tentpole/IP‑dominated era.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#1970s-cinema#autonomy#coppola
sports11 months ago

UNC Men's Basketball Secures Convincing Win Over Radford

Luka Bogavac had a standout debut for UNC, leading in scoring and assists, and is committed to improving his game, emphasizing team contribution and adapting to college basketball after professional experience. Despite missed shots, his veteran mindset and playmaking are key assets for the Tar Heels as they aim for success this season.

via University of North Carolina Athletics|
#college-basketball#lucas#luka-bogavac
Essential Guide to Engine Oil Additives Like Seafoam and Lucas
automotive1 year ago

Essential Guide to Engine Oil Additives Like Seafoam and Lucas

Engine oil additives like Seafoam and Lucas can offer benefits in specific situations, such as cleaning neglected engines or extending oil life in high-mileage vehicles, but for most modern cars with high-quality synthetic oil, they are generally unnecessary and may even disrupt the oil's chemistry. Regular maintenance and using the right oil are more effective than relying on additives.

via Jalopnik|
#automotive#car-care#engine-maintenance
"When Calls the Heart Season 10 Finale: Shocking Twists and Future Romances Revealed"
entertainment3 years ago

"When Calls the Heart Season 10 Finale: Shocking Twists and Future Romances Revealed"

The season 10 finale of When Calls the Heart was filled with major moments, including Elizabeth breaking off her engagement with Lucas, Lucas being elected governor but facing danger, and a potential romance between Elizabeth and Nathan. Showrunner Lindsay Sturman revealed that Lucas will be back for season 11, but there are cliffhangers and mysteries to be revealed. The engagement didn't work out because Elizabeth realized her life and the life she wants are different from Lucas'. Whether Nathan and Elizabeth pursue a romance in season 11 remains uncertain, but their friendship is important to them. Other storylines include Henry Gowen's visit to Abigail, Bill's love life, Lee and Rosemary's parenting journey, and the evolving relationships of other characters.

via Entertainment Tonight|
#elizabeth-thornton#entertainment#lucas