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Unmanned Systems

Northrop Grumman Launches New Unmanned Ground System

Defense Daily Staff

Monday, April 22nd, 2013

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Northrop Grumman [NOC] has launched its latest unmanned ground vehicle called CUTLASS, which is designed for the remote surveillance and handling of hazardous threats such as bombs, the company Friday. Northrop Grumman has designed, developed and manufactured CUTLASS at its Coventry, United Kingdom, location for the British government. "Our CUTLASS vehicle is setting new standards in the UGV market and significantly enhancing the ability of users to handle hazardous threats safely. It is more dexterous, cost effective and, as a…

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