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DoDD 3000.09
The U.S. Department of Defense directive governing autonomy in weapon systems, requiring that they allow commanders and operators to exercise appropriate levels of human judgment over the use of force. Reissued in 2023, it sets review and design requirements rather than banning autonomy.
The U.S. Department of Defense directive governing autonomy in weapon systems, requiring that they allow commanders and operators to exercise appropriate levels of human judgment over the use of force. Reissued in 2023, it sets review and design requirements rather than banning autonomy.
Why it matters
DoDD 3000.09 sets the U.S. policy that autonomous and semi-autonomous weapon systems keep appropriate human judgment over the use of force; it shapes what an autonomy vendor is allowed to build and field.
Standards & authorities
- DoD Directive 3000.09, Autonomy in Weapon Systems (2023)
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What is DoDD 3000.09?
The U.S. Department of Defense directive governing autonomy in weapon systems, requiring that they allow commanders and operators to exercise appropriate levels of human judgment over the use of force. Reissued in 2023, it sets review and design requirements rather than banning autonomy.
Why does DoDD 3000.09 matter for defense and counter-UAS operators?
DoDD 3000.09 sets the U.S. policy that autonomous and semi-autonomous weapon systems keep appropriate human judgment over the use of force; it shapes what an autonomy vendor is allowed to build and field.
What standard or authority governs DoDD 3000.09?
DoDD 3000.09 is defined or governed by DoD Directive 3000.09, Autonomy in Weapon Systems (2023).