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MQ-20 Avenger: el dron con motor a reacción de EEUU que usa un sensor infrarrojo en lugar de radar
El Dron MQ-20 Avenger de General Atomics logró una intercepción aérea autónoma contra un avión tripulado. La prueba demostró cómo la nave usa sensores […]

TL;DR
- The MQ-20 Avenger drone achieved an autonomous aerial interception against a manned aircraft.
- It used infrared sensors to detect targets without emitting radar signals, sensing only engine heat.
- The drone's electronic brain calculated the best route and positioned itself behind the target for a test shot without human intervention.
- The system demonstrated adherence to air traffic rules, remaining within assigned areas.
- This advancement signifies readiness for autonomous systems to work alongside human pilots in complex scenarios.