Powered by Hivemind: Autonomous Teaming and Strike at the Edge

This post details the integration of Hivemind mission autonomy software onto the Destinus Hornet platform, a testbed for deep-strike cruise missiles. Key contributions include: 1) Rapid integration of Hivemind onto an existing weapon system (Hornet) in under two months, leveraging modular architecture and common platform design. 2) Extension of Hivemind from single-aircraft control to autonomous teaming with V-BAT for ISR and airborne relay, enabling collaborative flights, in-flight target updates, and over-the-air mission updates. 3) Demonstration of a full mission thread including autonomy-assisted mission planning, autonomous terrain following, in-flight mission and target updates, and a commanded terminal dive onto an operator-designated target. This work de-risks the transition of Hivemind onto the Destinus Ruta cruise missile.