Defense Express
The IRIS-T SLM air defense system currently lacks the capability to intercept ballistic and hypersonic missiles. In response, Diehl Defence and Hensoldt have announced plans to integrate artificial intelligence into the system and its radar components
The IRIS-T SLM will be enhanced with new software and AI-based solutions, according to a joint statement by Diehl Defence, the system’s developer, and Hensoldt, which supplies the radar.
The integration of artificial intelligence is driven by the increasing complexity and variety of modern aerial threats. In addition to cruise missiles, supersonic and hypersonic missiles, and drones, ballistic missiles have introduced new challenges for air defense systems.
