Arquus seeks to apply more advanced technologies to vehicle range
Arquus plans to improve the capabilities of its ground vehicles by prioritising enhanced survivability, robotics, digital technology and hybrid energy.
French company Arquus (part of Volvo Group) plans to improve its ground vehicle capabilities by adding innovative technologies. Its focus is on enhancing survivability and using hybrid energy, as well as taking advantage of robotic and digital systems.
‘We have to permanently adapt to what is happening on the battlefield,’ Arquus director of innovation Christian Jacques said during a 10 March press conference.
In terms of energy, Jacques stressed that hybridisation would reduce the consumption of fossil fuels as well as logistical footprints.
He described hybridisation as an excellent solution for military vehicles, by potentially boosting the power of electrical machines and allowing high
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