Forterra Introduced New Autonomous Control Platform
The OASIS-OneLink platform allows military personnel to control multiple autonomous systems via a single user interface.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Robotics
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Forterra launched the OASIS-OneLink system at the Association of the United States Army conference. The platform enables service members to manage various unmanned systems through a unified control framework.
Why it matters
The system simplifies operations by reducing the training time required for soldiers to master different control interfaces for autonomous machines. This unification is expected to accelerate the testing and evaluation of new military technology.
The OASIS-OneLink platform utilizes the existing OASIS-Fabric shared data network to maintain connectivity for machines in communication-degraded environments. It provides a centralized operating framework for autonomous systems produced by multiple different companies.
The players
Forterra
This autonomous technology company specializes in robotic systems and was recently selected as a prime contractor for the Army's Engineer Autonomous Breaching Capability program.
Association of the United States Army
This non-profit educational and professional development association serves as a primary hub for industry and military officials to discuss defense technology.
Hypercraft
This company provides electrification and hardware solutions and collaborated with Forterra to develop a new autonomous ground vehicle.
Army Joint Readiness Training Center
This major training installation currently utilizes OASIS-OneLink to pilot various unmanned systems during its military readiness drills.
The details
Developed to streamline complex operations, the platform builds on Forterra's history of technology deployment, including 88 casualty evacuation missions in Ukraine. During the debut, Forterra also showcased an autonomous ground vehicle created in partnership with Hypercraft.
Timeline
October 12, 2026: Forterra debuted the OASIS-OneLink technology at the Association of the United States Army conference in Washington.
The Tech Race
The development of unified control platforms reflects a broader shift toward interoperability in military robotics as agencies look to replace fragmented, proprietary control systems. This platform positions Forterra against major defense contractors competing to define the standard for battlefield automation.
The introduction of a standardized interface simplifies the learning curve for operators who must interact with increasingly complex robotic systems. This increased efficiency could lead to faster deployment timelines for new hardware technologies across military and industrial sectors.
The takeaway
Unified software interfaces are becoming essential as the volume of autonomous hardware in the field grows rapidly. Standardization reduces the cognitive load on operators and ensures that diverse robotic assets can function cohesively during complex missions.
Further reading
For more on the evolution of automated defense systems, visit the Robotics section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Military Times.
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