Russia tests Prometheus firmware for robotic use in armoured vehicles

The Prometheus firmware suite enabling conversion of any armoured vehicle or a tank into a remotely controlled robotic vehicle is undergoing tests in Russia.

"Development of the Prometheus firmware suite has been completed in full scope and the suite undergoes the complete cycle of tests at present," High Precision Weapons holding told TASS at the World Defence Show 2024.

This firmware suite can convert any wheeled or tracked armoured vehicle, an armoured personnel carrier or a tank into a robotic machine.

The Prometheus firmware suite for robotic conversion of armoured vehicles or tanks will provide an opportunity of remote steering when afloat, the message said.

“The Prometheus firmware suite can be installed in any existing serial specimen of material. For example, in the BMP-3 armoured fighting vehicle. It enables robotising functions of a driver and a gunner, keeps the ergonomics of standard seats of crewmembers and provides the opportunity of steering the vehicle either in manned or in remote control conditions,” the company said.

“Such a robotic machine with any combat module can carry motor rifle units, conduct combat operations and provide fire support for an assault party, including when afloat,” the holding added.