Virtuix to Showcase AI-Enabled Counter-Drone Training System to U.S. Army Leaders at Maneuver Warfighter Conference

Virtuix Holdings (VTIX) will showcase its AI-enabled Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System (C-UAS) Personnel Trainer to senior U.S. Army and Joint leaders at the Maneuver Warfighter Conference at Fort Moore, Georgia, on September 15-17, 2026.

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Virtuix Holdings (VTIX) will showcase its AI-enabled Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System (C-UAS) Personnel Trainer to senior U.S. Army and Joint leaders at the Maneuver Warfighter Conference at Fort Moore, Georgia, on September 15-17, 2026.

Developed with partner LeadTech, the C-UAS platform uses the Omni One omni-directional treadmill to deliver full-body, immersive counter-drone marksmanship training in digital twins of real-world ranges. The system is also being evaluated by the U.S. Marine Corps Training and Education Command at Quantico. Virtuix highlights growing defense momentum, citing AFWERX SBIR Phase I funding from the U.S. Air Force, a TECOM infantry fireteam trainer program via KBR, deployments with U.S. service academies and the Air National Guard, activity at Yokota Air Base, and a cooperative research and development agreement with the U.S. Navy.

Market Context

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Analysis

AI-tagged history included a -17.92% reaction on July 21, adding context that announcement visibility did not ensure consistent outcomes. This showcase provided no contract amount; recent insider activity was net selling, warranting attention to conversion.

Key Figures

Demonstration dates: September 15-17, 2026 Military branches: Four major U.S. military branches Air Force funding phase: Phase I +1 more

4 metrics

Demonstration dates September 15-17, 2026 Maneuver Warfighter Conference

Military branches Four major U.S. military branches Defense program footprint

Air Force funding phase Phase I AFWERX SBIR program, May 2026

Training system treadmills Four Omni One omni-directional treadmills U.S. Marine Corps infantry fireteam trainer

Previous AI Reports

5 past events · Latest: Jul 21 (Positive)

Same Type Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	24h Move	Catalyst
Jul 21	Auggie award	Positive	-17.9%	Omni One won the 2026 Auggie Award for Best Interaction Product.
Jun 04	Investor conferences	Positive	+3.9%	Management presented AI-driven growth across consumer XR and defense simulation markets.
May 27	Air Force selection	Positive	+46.3%	U.S. Air Force selected Virtuix for Phase I AFWERX SBIR funding.
May 20	Rutgers collaboration	Positive	-2.0%	Rutgers collaboration explored AI-assisted neurodivergent therapy and immersive behavioral analytics applications.
Feb 17	Meta program entry	Positive	+1.9%	Meta Made for Meta program expanded Omni One compatibility with Quest headsets and games.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

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AI-tagged announcements produced inconsistent reactions, including both positive and negative moves.

Key Terms

c-uas, digital twins, cooperative research and development agreement

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c-uas technical

"Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System (C-UAS) Personnel Trainer"

c‑UAS (counter‑unmanned aircraft system) are integrated tools and procedures used to detect, track, and stop unauthorized drones—like a security system that sees and disables an intruder in the sky. Investors watch c‑UAS because rising drone use and tighter rules create demand for hardware, software, and services, which can drive sales growth and affect regulatory risk for companies in defense, airports, utilities, and event security.

digital twins technical

"recreates real-world military training ranges as highly accurate digital twins"

Digital twins are virtual replicas of physical objects, systems, or processes that simulate their real-world counterparts in real time. They allow users to monitor, analyze, and predict how the actual entity will behave under different conditions. For investors, digital twins can provide valuable insights into performance and potential risks, helping to make better-informed decisions.

cooperative research and development agreement regulatory

"a cooperative research and development agreement with the U.S. Navy"

A cooperative research and development agreement (CRADA) is a formal partnership between a government research lab and a private company to jointly develop technology or products, with each side contributing staff, facilities, or funding while agreeing on how results and patents are shared. For investors, a CRADA can speed development, lower costs and give a company access to specialized government expertise or facilities—similar to renting a well-equipped workshop with shared ownership of whatever is built—potentially improving the odds of commercial success.

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Company to Demonstrate C-UAS Training Platform as Virtuix Expands Defense
Programs Across All Four Major U.S. Military Branches

AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Virtuix Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: VTIX), a leading developer of AI-driven, full-body simulation systems, today announced that it will showcase its Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System (C-UAS) Personnel Trainer, in collaboration with LeadTech, to top defense officials at the Maneuver Warfighter Conference at Fort Benning, Georgia, on September 15-17. The event provides a forum for U.S. Army and Joint leaders to examine current and future requirements of the maneuver force.

The C-UAS Personnel Trainer is an AI-enabled counter-drone simulation platform designed to prepare warfighters to detect and defeat hostile drones through realistic marksmanship training with full-body movement on Omni One. In addition to the U.S. Army, the system is being evaluated by the Training and Education Command (TECOM) of the United States Marine Corps at Quantico, Virginia.

Virtuix arrives at the Maneuver Conference with growing momentum across the defense industry, following recent announcements involving all four major branches of the U.S. Military. In May 2026, the Company was selected by the U.S. Air Force for Phase I funding through the AFWERX SBIR program to further develop its Virtual Terrain Walk platform. Virtuix also announced that the U.S. Marine Corps Training and Education Command (“TECOM”), through strategic partner KBR, assigned Virtuix as the lead integrator to develop an infantry fireteam trainer using four Omni One omni-directional treadmills.

Additional momentum includes Omni One deployments and programs with the U.S. Air Force Academy, the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, the Air National Guard, Yokota Air Base in Japan, and a cooperative research and development agreement with the U.S. Navy. Together, these initiatives extend Virtuix’s defense footprint across all four major branches of the U.S. military through funding awards, research agreements, and simulation development programs.

“Counter-UAS training is an increasingly important requirement for modern military forces,” said Jan Goetgeluk, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Virtuix. “Virtuix’s ability to bring full-body movement into realistic simulation environments creates a compelling training capability. We look forward to demonstrating the system to U.S. Army and Joint leaders at Fort Benning and advancing our defense programs already underway across the U.S. military.”

The C-UAS simulator, developed by LeadTech and integrating Omni One, recreates real-world military training ranges as highly accurate digital twins, allowing warfighters to maneuver and conduct weapons training in virtual environments that closely mirror the locations where they will later conduct live-fire exercises. Using Omni One, trainees are able to move naturally through these environments without the constraints of traditional virtual training systems.

Counter-UAS capabilities have become a critical priority for militaries seeking to protect personnel and critical infrastructure from evolving AI-powered and unmanned drones. As drones continue to advance in capability and affordability, military organizations are placing greater emphasis on immersive simulation that enables warfighters to train repeatedly in highly realistic operational environments before entering costly live-fire exercises.

Maneuver Warfighter Conference 2026
Date: September 15-17, 2026
Location: Fort Moore, GA
Conference Website: Here

About Virtuix

Virtuix Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: VTIX) is a leading manufacturer of AI-driven, full-body simulation systems for consumer, enterprise, and defense markets. The company’s premier portfolio of “Omni” omni-directional treadmills enables players to walk and run in 360 degrees without boundaries inside AI-generated worlds. With a focus on immersive entertainment, defense training, and enterprise applications, Virtuix continues to push the boundaries of full-body XR and AI-driven immersive experiences for users worldwide. For more information, visit virtuix.com.

Please visit the Company’s new Investor Relations website at invest.virtuix.com.

About LeadTech

LeadTech.co provides patented, proprietary moving target training solutions for virtual reality marksmanship training. LeadTech’s C-sUAS VR marksmanship trainer evolved from a robotic target system developed for Weapons Training Battalion in Quantico, Va. The C-sUAS Personnel Trainer has been field tested at Weapons Training Battalion in Quantico, Virginia, Angelelli Counter Drone training center in Pisa, Italy, King Competition in Finland, and 1st MLG at Camp Pendleton, CA.

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FAQ

What counter-drone training system is Virtuix (VTIX) showcasing to the U.S. Army?

Virtuix is showcasing its AI-enabled Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System (C-UAS) Personnel Trainer, a simulation platform that trains warfighters to detect and defeat hostile drones using full-body, immersive marksmanship training on the Omni One omni-directional treadmill.

When and where will Virtuix (VTIX) demonstrate its C-UAS Personnel Trainer?

Virtuix will demonstrate the C-UAS Personnel Trainer at the Maneuver Warfighter Conference 2026, held September 15-17, 2026, at Fort Moore, Georgia, to U.S. Army and Joint leaders.

How does Virtuix’s C-UAS Personnel Trainer using Omni One improve military training?

The C-UAS Personnel Trainer, integrating Omni One, recreates real-world ranges as digital twins, allowing trainees to walk and run naturally in 360 degrees while conducting virtual weapons and counter-drone training that closely mirrors later live-fire environments.

Which U.S. military branches are working with Virtuix (VTIX) on simulation and training programs?

Virtuix reports initiatives with all four major U.S. military branches, including AFWERX SBIR Phase I funding from the U.S. Air Force, a TECOM infantry fireteam trainer for the U.S. Marine Corps, deployments at U.S. service academies and the Air National Guard, and a cooperative research and development agreement with the U.S. Navy.

Who is LeadTech in Virtuix’s (VTIX) counter-drone training solution?

LeadTech is the developer of the C-sUAS VR marksmanship trainer integrated into Virtuix’s C-UAS Personnel Trainer. The company provides patented moving target training solutions for virtual reality marksmanship and has field tested its system at multiple military and training sites in the U.S. and Europe.