SIGNAL Media - Emerging Edge; February 10, 2026

Two Tools Ensure Readiness and Enhance Resiliency Within the Navy

Sailors are taking advantage of a few new capabilities to help them stay prepared for the fight, even when their equipment malfunctions.

by Evan Lynch
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U.S. Navy officials are now using two new pieces of technology that assist in fixing existing capabilities, ensuring readiness across the force for the future fight.

Firstly, the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Sidekick tool, which is a type of AI chatbot for spy radar, gives sailors access to a plethora of data and information at their fingertips.

"This capability can operate independently, and it does not have to be connected to work properly, according to Vice Adm. Brendan McLane, USN, commander of the Naval Surface Forces and commander of the Naval Surface Force in the U.S. Pacific Fleet."

Read the full story here: https://www.afcea.org/signal-media/emerging-edge/two-tools-ensure-readiness-and-enhance-resiliency-within-navy

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More about AI Sidekick here: https://www.ftidefense.com/solutions/ai-sidekick

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