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xTech|Edge Strike: Ground

Supports mobile power, payload, and mobility innovation through substantial competitive prize initiatives.

xTech|Edge Strike: Ground is a two-phase prize competition run by Army FUZE PIT targeting ground-domain technologies that detect, disrupt, and defeat adversary capabilities. The FY26 cycle addressed five technology focus areas: Ground Payload Delivery Systems; Uncrewed, Automated, and Modular Ground Platforms; Containerized Ground Launched Effect Systems; Autonomous Minefield Systems; and Autonomo

1) Ground Payload Delivery Systems (Detect, Disrupt, Defeat); 2) Uncrewed, Automated, Modular Ground Platforms; 3) Containerized Ground Launched Effect Systems; 4) Autonomous Minefield Systems; 5) Autonomous Entrenching & Obstacle Systems.

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.
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.$2M

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