Defense contractor L3Harris introduced the AMORPHOUS software this week, a new technology that will allow military commanders to control thousands of devices at the same time. 

The new software features a single-user interface that military personnel can use to simultaneously operate thousands of devices or vehicles, according to a company release from this week. L3Harris said the platform was designed with “open architecture,” meaning that operators could control several different systems or devices even if different companies manufacture them. 

The company also asserted that AMORPHOUS’ intuitive interface means that autonomous systems under U.S. control will quickly adjust to battlefield conditions. 

“Autonomy is a force multiplier, which is why we have designed AMORPHOUS as a multi-domain, multi-mission capability that rapidly integrates a variety of uncrewed systems across the battlespace,” President of Integrated Mission Systems at L3Harris Jon Rambeau said. “This project also highlights L3Harris’ partnerships with venture-backed and non-traditional companies to mature emerging defense capabilities more quickly and affordably.”

L3Harris is currently under contract for the U.S. Army for the Defense Innovation Unit and has already begun developing prototypes. However, the company did not confirm when it expects to see AMORPHOUS on the battlefield. 

The AMORPHOUS announcement comes as drone warfare and autonomous vehicle technology continue to seep into battlefields around the world. Notably, Ukraine has become a leader in the use of drone swarms while striking enemy positions. Russia has also used the technology in its strikes on Ukrainian positions and in developing counter-drone measures. 

Israel has also deployed both autonomous and semi-autonomous devices in its conflicts over the past two years. Along with automated turrets and snipers, Israel has also reportedly used “suicide drones” in its wars.

• Vaughn Cockayne can be reached at vcockayne@washingtontimes.com.