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xTech|Adaptive Strike

Supports drone and counter-drone innovation through prizes and demonstration pathways.

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xTech|Adaptive Strike is a three-phase U.S. Army prize competition organized by Army FUZE PIT that targets technologies in four areas: extended reconnaissance range and endurance, cost-effective drones and loitering munitions, mobile power generation for small unmanned systems, and counter-drone defense systems for tactical units. The total prize pool is up to $1,500,000. In Phase 1, up to 20 semi…

1) Extended reconnaissance range and endurance; 2) Cost-effective drones and loitering munitions; 3) Mobile power generation for small unmanned systems; 4) Counter-drone defense systems for tactical units.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.30 Nov 2026
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Prize
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.$1.5M

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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: xtech.army.mil