Anduril Industries, a defense tech startup, faces significant challenges with its autonomous weapons systems. Recent testing revealed multiple setbacks, including drone boat failures, a damaged jet fighter engine, and a counter-drone system causing a fire. Despite securing substantial funding and military contracts, the companys battlefield experience in Ukraine has been problematic, with drones crashing and failing to hit targets. Anduril insists these issues are common in weapons development and that progress is being made.

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