Shield AI Advances Hivemind Autonomy with Second Successful MQ-20 Avenger Demonstration
Shield AI has completed the second flight demonstration of its cutting-edge mission autonomy software, Hivemind, on the GA-ASI MQ-20 Avenger. Conducted in a live-virtual-constructive (LVC) environment, the test showcased Hivemind’s ability to coordinate tasks between a live aircraft and its digital twin in a complex, simulated mission.
Building on February’s Orange Flag exercise, where the system successfully handled basic operations via a command-line interface, the June demonstration advanced to tactical maneuvers such as formation flying and combat air patrols using A-GRA-compliant mission planning software.
Key highlights of the demonstration include:
Live-virtual integration: Hivemind simultaneously directed both the live MQ-20 and its digital twin in a synchronized mission.
Real-time mission execution: Seamless integration with C2 and edge systems enabled smooth operational performance.
Open, modular architecture: The system’s A-GRA-compliant ground layers allowed for flexible, platform-agnostic integration.
Hivemind is specifically engineered to enable unmanned systems to execute complex missions in GPS- and comms-denied environments with modularity, reliability, and cross-platform deployment.
