Leonardo DRS Unveils SAGEcore™: Revolutionizing Tactical Operations with AI-Powered Decision Support
Leonardo DRS, Inc. (NASDAQ: DRS) has announced the launch of SAGEcore™, a groundbreaking software platform designed to deliver artificial intelligence (AI), advanced sensors, and edge computing in a single, ruggedized solution for multi-domain tactical environments. Tailored for real-time battlefield operations, SAGEcore™ is engineered to empower warfighters with rapid data processing, precise situational awareness, and faster decision-making capabilities—all critical for success in high-stakes combat scenarios.
At its core, SAGEcore™ leverages AI and machine learning (ML) to fuse complex data streams into a shared, real-time view of the battlespace. By processing this data directly on-platform—whether on tactical vehicles, airborne systems, maritime vessels, or space vehicles—the platform ensures reduced latency, enhanced reliability, and uninterrupted performance even in the harshest operational conditions. This capability allows warfighters to act smarter, safer, and more decisively under fire.
A Unified Platform for Multi-Domain Operations
SAGEcore™ is not just another technological advancement; it represents a new approach to integrating cutting-edge technologies at the tactical edge. “What’s new isn’t just the tech—it’s also how we’ve engineered it to work together at the tactical edge,” said John Baylouny, Chief Operating Officer at Leonardo DRS. “Our platform merges AI, sensor integration, and ruggedized computing to sense—and make sense of—an increasingly complex battlespace. This launch reaffirms our mission to equip warfighters with real-time tools for decisive action while creating enduring value for our partners and stakeholders.”
The platform is built to handle multiple sensor inputs simultaneously, including radar, infrared, and various intelligence broadcasts, delivering AI-powered insights precisely where they are needed most. Its modular architecture ensures seamless interoperability with external battlefield management and command-and-control (C2) systems, making it adaptable to diverse mission requirements.
Key Features and Capabilities
SAGEcore™ offers a robust suite of capabilities designed to enhance mission readiness and operational efficiency:
- AI and Machine Learning Integration: The platform seamlessly incorporates AI and ML algorithms developed by trusted partners, enabling real-time execution of advanced analytics for tasks such as threat detection, target tracking, and C2 functions.
- Multi-Sensor Data Fusion: Using open standards like Sensor Open Systems Architecture (SOSA), SAGEcore™ fuses data from multiple sensors into a cohesive picture of the battlespace, ensuring comprehensive situational awareness.
- Ruggedized Edge Computing: Optimized for deployment on tactical platforms, SAGEcore™ runs on ruggedized GPUs capable of processing high-bandwidth data streams with minimal latency, even in disconnected or contested environments.
- High Assurance Encryption and Cross-Domain Capability: Built with security in mind, the platform includes advanced encryption and cross-domain functionality to safeguard sensitive information during missions.
- PACE Communications: Incorporating Primary, Alternate, Contingency, and Emergency (PACE) communication protocols, SAGEcore™ ensures mission-critical reliability and continuity of operations.
- Scalability Across Missions: Whether supporting Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), electronic warfare (EW), or autonomous platforms, SAGEcore™ scales to meet the demands of a wide range of tactical missions.
Accelerating Mission Success Through Collaboration
When paired with Leonardo DRS’s AI Processor, SAGEcore™ further enhances operational efficiency by managing multiple targets simultaneously and reducing latency for safety-critical data streams. This combination enables faster decision cycles, empowering warfighters to maintain an edge over adversaries—even when disconnected from external networks.
Leonardo DRS has a proven track record of working within both traditional and non-traditional acquisition pathways, including Other Transaction Authority (OTA) agreements. This flexibility allows the company to accelerate innovation cycles and deploy solutions rapidly to meet evolving mission needs. By fostering collaboration with defense agencies and industry innovators, Leonardo DRS ensures that SAGEcore™ remains at the forefront of defense technology.
Mission-Ready AI for the Tactical Edge
In today’s increasingly complex battlespace, the ability to process vast amounts of data quickly and accurately can mean the difference between mission success and failure. SAGEcore™ addresses this challenge by providing warfighters with a unified, AI-driven platform that transforms raw sensor data into actionable intelligence in real time.
The platform’s versatility makes it suitable for a variety of applications, including counter-UAS operations, electronic warfare, and autonomous systems. Through partnerships with leading defense organizations, Leonardo DRS ensures that SAGEcore™ integrates seamlessly with existing systems while paving the way for future advancements in AI and edge computing.
A Commitment to Innovation and Defense Leadership
With the launch of SAGEcore™, Leonardo DRS reaffirms its commitment to equipping warfighters with the tools they need to succeed in modern combat environments. By combining AI, advanced sensors, and ruggedized computing in a single deployable solution, the platform sets a new standard for tactical edge operations.
As threats continue to evolve, so too must the technologies used to counter them. SAGEcore™ represents a significant step forward in this effort, enabling faster, smarter, and safer actions under fire. By bringing mission-ready AI to the tactical edge, Leonardo DRS is helping to ensure that warfighters remain one step ahead of their adversaries.
For defense agencies and industry partners seeking to accelerate innovation and enhance mission outcomes, SAGEcore™ offers a proven, scalable solution. Together, Leonardo DRS and its collaborators are driving the future of defense technology, empowering warfighters with the tools they need to achieve decisive victories in any domain.
Let’s partner to bring mission-ready AI to the tactical edge—and redefine the future of battlefield operations.
About Leonardo DRS
Leonardo DRS, Inc. (Nasdaq: DRS) is at the forefront of developing transformative defense technologies using its proven agility and delivering innovative solutions for U.S. national security customers and allies worldwide. We specialize in rapidly providing high-performance, multi-domain capabilities across next-generation advanced sensing, network computing, force protection and electric power and propulsion. Our reputation as a trusted provider is built on a continuous focus on practical innovation, delivering quality and meeting our customers’ most demanding mission requirements. For further information on our complete range of capabilities, visit www.LeonardoDRS.com.
