The Imperative for Autonomy – SurvivabilityThe primary catalyst for the autonomous fires revolution is the brutal demand for survivability on increasingly transparent and lethal battlefields. Unmanned systems, capable of rapid “shoot-and-scoot” maneuvers without pausing to secure a crew, offer a direct answer to this challenge. Evolving DoctrinesRobotic and autonomous artillery systems have roles in all types of warfare, including asymmetric conflicts, near-peer, and peer warfare. The Way AheadThe shift towards autonomous missiles, rockets, and artillery is a defining trend in modern land warfare, clearly visible through global defense activities. While there are challenges in logistics, command, control, and cybersecurity, the trajectory is clear: autonomous systems are becoming integral to delivering decisive firepower effectively and survivable across the multi-domain battlefield.