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'Wanted to make flying robots, not...': Developer upset as Ukraine uses his open-source code to make deadly drones
A 20-year-old open-source code powered Ukraine's Operation Spider Web that destroyed a third of Russian bombers that were hidden miles away from Ukraine. The creators of the code expressed surprise over the matter read more As Ukraine's Operation Spider Web rocked Russia, it has been revealed that open-source software used by hobbyist drones powered the attack that wiped out a third of Russia's strategic long-range bombers. The attack that took place on Sunday afternoon was seen as one of the most daring and technically coordinated attacks in modern warfare. In broad daylight, explosions rocked air bases in Belaya, Olenya, and Ivanovo in Russia, which are hundreds of miles from Ukraine. However, the Operation , which took over a year of planning, was carried out using a nearly 20-year-old piece of open-source drone autopilot software called ArduPilot. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The original creator of ArduPilot expressed shock over the matter, recalling how the drone company just started out of a basement. 'That's ArduPilot, launched from my basement 18 years ago. Crazy,' Chris Anderson said in a comment on LinkedIn below footage of the attack. 'Just wanted to make flying robots': Anderson Anderson eventually took to X, formerly known as Twitter, and tagged his co-creators, Jordi Muñoz and Jason Short, in a post about the attack. 'Not in a million years would I have predicted this outcome. I just wanted to make flying robots,' Short said in a reply to Anderson. 'Ardupilot-powered drones just took out half the Russian strategic bomber fleet.' 18 years after @Jrdmnz @jason4short and I created ArduPilot, here it is destroying large parts of the Russian air force. Crazy — Chris Anderson (@chr1sa) June 1, 2025 ArduPilot is an open-source software system that takes its name from the Arduino hardware systems it was originally designed to work with. The work on the source code began in 2007 when Anderson launched the website and cobbled together a UAV autopilot system out of a Lego Mindstorms set. DIYdrones eventually became a home for UAV enthusiasts, and for two years, Anderson's Lego UAV took flight. According to 404 Media, Muñoz and Anderson eventually founded 3DR, an early consumer drone company, and released the earliest versions of the ArduPilot software in 2009. Despite its popularity, the software system remains free to use and can be modified for various purposes. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Wow. Ardupilot powered drones just took out half the Russian strategic bomber fleet. — Jason Short (@jason4short) June 1, 2025 'ArduPilot is a trusted, versatile, and open source autopilot system supporting many vehicle types: multi-copters, traditional helicopters, fixed-wing aircraft, boats, submarines, rovers, and more,' the project's website reads. 'The source code is developed by a large community of professionals and enthusiasts. New developers are always welcome!' Interestingly, the website analytics from 2023 showed that the project was very popular in both Ukraine and Russia since the start of the war.
India Today
a day ago
- Politics
- India Today
Ukraine used 20-year-old Open Source software in its Operation Spider Web against Russia
Ukraine recently carried out a massive AI drone attack – Operation Spider Web – deep inside Russian territory. This co-ordinated drone assault destroyed over a third of Russia's strategic long-range bombers situated at air bases in Belaya, Olenya, and Ivanovo, located deep within Russian territory and far from the frontlines. According to a new report, Ukraine used a nearly 20-year-old open-source autopilot software to carry out this to a report by 404 Media, the attack was powered by ArduPilot, a free software system originally developed by hobbyists for remote-controlled aircraft. ArduPilot was launched in 2007 by Chris Anderson, the former editor-in-chief of WIRED, who built the first version using a Lego Mindstorms later teamed up with Jordi Munoz and Jason Short to refine the project, which then grew into a community-driven platform for autonomous drone flight. In a LinkedIn post following the attack, Anderson revealed that the ArduPilot software had been used. Post on X by Chris Anderson advertisement Post by Jason Short who is one of the developers of ArduPilot software Originally designed to work with Arduino hardware, ArduPilot has now been upgraded into a robust platform that can guide drones, boats, submarines, and even rovers. It allows drone pilots to set GPS-guided waypoints, automate take-off and landing, and keep the craft stable in the air. While the software was created for peaceful and recreational purposes—like search and rescue, agricultural use, or 3D mapping—the use of this software in warfare has shown its adaptability for military project's website notes that ArduPilot is maintained by a global community and emphasises ethical development, stating that its mission is to build tools 'for the peaceful benefit of all.' It also includes a pledge not to knowingly support weaponisation—but being open source, the software can be freely modified and repurposed by footage from Ukraine' operation Operation Spider Web shared online shows drones running ArduPilot during the attack. According to the report, Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) smuggled quadcopters into Russian territory hidden in trucks and storage sheds. When triggered, the roofs of these hidden compartments opened, releasing drones already loaded with reports suggest that, instead of relying on satellite systems like Starlink—often jammed or tracked—these smaller drones used basic modems and Raspberry Pi-like boards to communicate over Russian mobile networks. And during the operation, the Open-source software ArduPilot helped Ukraine force ensure stabilisation and flight control of the drones despite high President Volodymyr Zelensky has revealed that 117 drones were involved in the operation and confirmed that the attack had been in planning for over a year. 'Thirty-four percent of the strategic cruise missile carriers stationed at air bases were hit. Our personnel operated across multiple Russian regions – in three different time zones,' he said in a post on X. 'And the people who assisted us were withdrawn from Russian territory before the operation; they are now safe.'
The Verge
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Verge
On Sunday, Ukraine's security agency
Ukraine used open source software to carry out its drone strikes. released footage of the strikes targeting Russian airfields, which show the country's use of ArduPilot, as reported earlier by 404Media. The open-source software was developed nearly 20 years ago for Arduino systems before evolving into advanced autopilot software for multicopters, traditional helicopters, and other vehicles, according to its website. 'Not in a million years would I have predicted this outcome,' Jason Short, one of the software's co-creators, said in a post on X. 'I just wanted to make flying robots.'
India Today
4 days ago
- Business
- India Today
IIT Mandi's PRAYAS 3.0 brings real-time tech learning to campus in June
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mandi initiated the third iteration of its flagship training programme -- PRAYAS 3.0 (Promoting and Accelerating Young and Aspiring Students). The one-month residential training program will educate students in Robotics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT) using experiential learning and hands-on programme will be held at the IIT Mandi campus in Himachal Pradesh and will begin on 16 June 2025. The institute's Centre for Continuing Education (CCE) is organizing PRAYAS 3.0, which will equip students with the right technological skills that are in growing demand in the today's job institute says that the training will be project-oriented, with the supervision of IIT Mandi professors and industry professionals. The trainees will be compelled to work on actual industry projects on embedded systems, machine learning, computer vision, and IoT integration. They will also be introduced to industry-specific tools such as Arduino, Python, Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs), and the YOLO algorithm for object detection.A capstone culmination project will allow students to apply their learning in the real world, with each project evaluated at programme completion. Successful applicants will be certified by IIT Tushar Jain, director, CCE, mentioned that PRAYAS 3.0 is a testament to the institute's continuous efforts in developing future-ready professionals through experiential course is educationally suitable for undergraduate, postgraduate, and diploma students of engineering. The fee of the residential course is Rs 62,400 including boarding and accommodation for the whole period.
Hans India
28-05-2025
- Health
- Hans India
IIT Delhi launches 12-month online PG diploma in healthcare innovation
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi has announced the launch of a first-of-its-kind 12-month Online Postgraduate Diploma in Healthcare Product Development and Management, aimed at equipping students and professionals with the skills to lead innovation in the booming healthcare industry. Offered by the Centre for Biomedical Engineering—a joint initiative of IIT Delhi and AIIMS Delhi—the Programme is tailored for professionals in biomedical engineering, biotechnology, life sciences, healthcare, and allied sectors. Designed for future-focused learners, the diploma blends technical training with interdisciplinary insight, covering core areas like biomedical innovation, regulatory science, product lifecycle management, and healthcare entrepreneurship. Participants will be prepared for emerging roles such as Healthcare Product Manager, Health Data Analyst, Medical Technology Consultant, and Regulatory Affairs Specialist. Prof. Arnab Chanda, Associate Professor at IIT Delhi and the Programmeme coordinator, emphasised the Programmeme's mission: 'Our goal is to build a generation of translational thinkers capable of bridging the gap between lab innovation and patient impact.' Key features of the Programmeme include: • Live, interactive online classes led by IIT Delhi faculty, doctors, and industry experts • Hands-on projects, real-time simulations, and case-based learning • Access to advanced tools like 3D printers, Autocad, Arduino, and UX/UI labs • Optional campus immersion for networking and collaborative engagement Spanning 18 academic credits, the curriculum also covers topics like biofabrication, wearable healthcare devices, soft tissue characterisation, and AI/ML applications in healthcare. Eligible candidates must hold a relevant degree or have two years of industry experience. Graduates will receive affiliate alumni status from IIT Delhi, enhancing future learning and professional networks.
