Katheryn Giglio

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Katheryn Giglio is a leading researcher in military logistics and autonomous systems, with a focus on the operational integration of automated ground vehicles. Her most-cited work, the 2020 RAND report *Automating Army Convoys: Technical and Tactical Risks and Opportunities* (11 citations), provides a foundational analysis of how the U.S. Army can responsibly adopt self-driving technology for convoy operations. In this study, Giglio systematically evaluates the technical feasibility, tactical advantages, and critical risks of deploying automated trucks in contested environments—balancing efficiency gains against vulnerabilities in cyber, communications, and combat scenarios. Her contributions are pivotal for defense planners and engineers navigating the transition from human-driven to autonomous logistics. Beyond this flagship report, Giglio’s research informs policy on risk mitigation, human-machine teaming, and the strategic implications of automation in military supply chains. With her work cited by defense agencies and academic programs, she has shaped early-stage conversations on how to field robotic convoys without compromising mission assurance. For students and researchers in defense technology, Giglio offers a clear-eyed, evidence-based bridge between engineering possibilities and real-world tactical constraints.