This footage was filmed and produced 9 September 2023.

The Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center (MCAGCC) has positioned itself as a hub of innovation within the United States Marine Corps, spearheading advancements in military technology. As the largest training facility of its kind, MCAGCC serves as a critical testing ground for cutting-edge technologies.

Recently, Marines from the Tactical Training and Exercise Control Group, Marine Air Ground Task Force Training Command, MCAGCC, in collaboration with the Office of Naval Research (ONR), conducted tests on a quadruped robotic platform affectionately known as the "robotic goat." On September 9, 2023, the team test-fired an M72 Light Anti-tank Weapon rocket launcher from this innovative platform, highlighting its potential to carry various sensors or weapon systems that would traditionally be handled by Marines.

1st Lt. Aaron Safadi, the officer in charge of the emerging technology integration section at TTECG, explained the advantages of this technology, stating, "Instead of having a Marine handle the weapon system, manipulate the safeties, we could put a remote trigger mechanism on it that allowed it to all be done remotely. The Marine could be behind cover and concealment, the weapon system could go forward, and the Marine could manipulate the safeties from a safe place while allowing that weapon system to get closer to its target."

MCAGCC's prominence as a testing ground for emerging technologies stems from its permissive live-fire environment and a wealth of knowledge resources. The presence of TTECG and the continuous influx of diverse training units each year offer a unique opportunity to observe and study the Marine Corps' standard operating procedures and tactics, making MCAGCC an ideal location for testing and refining new military technology.

Large-scale exercises, like the Marine Air-Ground Task Force Warfighting Exercise, enable Marines to evaluate emerging technology in unscripted force-on-force scenarios, both for implementation and countering. The range of robotic platforms being tested encompasses small, unmanned aircraft systems to the HDT Hunter Wolf, a substantial unmanned vehicle capable of carrying various sensors or heavy weaponry.

Furthermore, MCAGCC has embraced virtual reality to enhance training. The Battle Simulation Center, in collaboration with ONR, has developed virtual training technology to provide a safer, more cost-effective, and realistic training environment for Joint Tactical Air Controllers and Forward Air Controllers.

This dedication to testing and integrating robotics aligns with Force Design's objectives and reinforces MCAGCC's commitment to ensuring Marines are equipped with the most advanced tools and capabilities for future warfare scenarios. MCAGCC continues to lead the charge in innovation within the Marine Corps, enhancing combat efficiency and readiness for the challenges of the future.