K-DEX 2026

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K-DEX 2026, formally KADEX, will focus on the growing role of Physical AI in defense, examining how artificial intelligence can be integrated directly into combat platforms operating across land, sea, and air.

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The Korea International Army Defense Exhibition defines Physical AI as moving beyond simple automation toward systems capable of independently perceiving the battlefield, making decisions, and connecting those decisions to physical strikes and maneuvers. This approach combines sensing, decision-making, and action to support smarter and more agile battlefield systems.

K-DEX 2026 will present technologies reflecting the Republic of Korea defense industry’s vision for an increasingly intelligent battlefield. The exhibition will cover weapon systems associated with K-Defense alongside power support systems and other non-weapon systems that support the deployment of combat power.

K-DEX Exhibition Themes

Five key themes will shape the K-DEX 2026 exhibition.

• AI & Autonomous
  This theme will focus on Physical AI-based autonomous systems and manned-unmanned teaming systems.
• Command & Control
  The event will examine hyper-connected networks and intelligent command and control technologies.
• Precision Strike
  Sessions and exhibits will address long-range precision strike capabilities and technologies supporting sustained operations.
• Drone Systems
  K-DEX 2026 will cover drone and counter-drone systems as part of its examination of emerging battlefield technologies.
• Smart Logistics
  The exhibition will also include smart barracks technologies and spatial innovation supporting defense operations.

K-DEX 2026 Program & Forum

Alongside the exhibition, K-DEX 2026 will feature a program of briefings, conferences, and technology presentations focused on defense strategy and emerging capabilities.

Defense Briefing

The Defense Briefing will include presentations covering national defense strategies, weapons requirements, and company introductions.

International Academic Conference

The Defense Innovation Forum will examine “The Era of Physical AI,” with a focus on future power requirements and associated technologies.

New Technology Presentations

Major domestic and international defense companies will introduce their latest technologies during dedicated presentation sessions.

Where is the Korea International Army Defense Exhibition

KINTEX Exhibition Center 2
217-59, Kintex-ro
Ilsanseo-gu, Goyang-si
Gyeonggi-do
Korea

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