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U.S. Military Backs Phantom MK-1 Robots for Ukraine

3/18/2026

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Two Phantom MK-1 humanoid robots were delivered to Ukraine in February for battlefield evaluation, highlighting robotics' growing role in modern warfare.
Foundation, an American robotics company, developed the Phantom MK-1s for reconnaissance and logistics in high-risk environments.
The robots can utilize weapons and perform tasks such as bomb disposal.
Foundation has secured $24 million in contracts with the U.S. military.
Foundation plans to manufacture up to 50,000 units by 2027.

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Story summary

Two Phantom MK-1 humanoid robots were delivered to Ukraine in February for battlefield evaluation, highlighting robotics' growing role in modern warfare.
Foundation, an American robotics company, developed the Phantom MK-1s for reconnaissance and logistics in high-risk environments.
The robots can utilize weapons and perform tasks such as bomb disposal.
Foundation has secured $24 million in contracts with the U.S. military.
Foundation plans to manufacture up to 50,000 units by 2027.