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New Ukrainian UAVs created after the beginning of a full-scale Russia's invasion of Ukraine 📌Sirko UAV. This drone is capable of detecting an enemy nest at a distance of 65 km and returning back, and transmitting streaming video 25 km away from the operator. It has been highly effective at the front since 2022. 📌Gore UAV. This drone is capable of adjusting artillery fire at an altitude of up to 3.5 km and covering a distance of over 100 km. It is equipped with a high-tech camera and electronic warfare systems, which guarantees increased efficiency. The first UAVs were tested in December 2022. As of the end of 2023, they are actively used by the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 📌Chaklun UAV. This drone has been developed and modified since the beginning of the war. It is very difficult to spot in the sky due to its small size — the UAV looks like a small cross, which is almost impossible to hit with small arms. 📌Dovbush UAV. Thanks to the latest software and special equipment, this Ukrainian drone is inaccessible to enemy electronic countermeasures and air defence forces. This is data from a study of the global UAV market conducted by the Saturday Team at the end of 2023. #research #industryresearch #data #dataanalytics #businessresearch #dronemarket #drones #uav #civildrones #militarytech

UAV dogfighting is becoming more common in Ukraine.

The CSIR - National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL) has developed a domestically engineered 'Kamikaze' drone with an impressive range of 1,000 kilometers. Designed for precision strikes, these drones are poised to redefine the dynamics of modern warfare, echoing the evolving battlefield tactics observed in the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict. The NAL's latest innovation, led by Director Abhay Pashilkar is a self-destructive unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) equipped with a 30-horsepower Wankel engine. This engine, entirely developed in-house, enables the drone to carry a payload of up to 120 kilograms, including 25 to 30 kilograms of explosives. With a wingspan of 3.5 meters and a length of 2.8 meters, the drone is designed for long-range missions, loitering over targets for extended periods before delivering a deadly blow. Read more here https://lnkd.in/g2M6d7HS #drone #drones #madeinindia #uav #defencenews #dronenews #military #kamikaze

🚨 New on the Blu Wireless blog: LPD connectivity for drones - fact or fiction? - Unmanned aerial vehicles are forming an ever more important part of the defence and security industry’s arsenal. - Unmanned drones can undertake reconnaissance missions on a relatively small budget, as well as be used as part of a broader fleet to attack the enemy. - Ensuring constant connectivity and capturing data from drones is vital, however, connectivity can also create the potential for detection from adversaries. - In this blog, Macy Summers explores the connectivity options available, their pros and cons and what these capabilities mean for the potential of miliary drones. https://bit.ly/3QShe1Q #defense #electronicwarfare #drones #militarydrones #UAV

The Spanish army has recently acquired a small number of TARSIS ISTAR UAVs, in order to test and integrate them into its force employment doctrine. Indeed, the ISTAR UAV is a drone dedicated to target surveillance while awaiting a strike. However, the TARSIS ISTAR drone is not the only version of this small drone capable of flying for more than 12 hours. The TARSIS drone can carry a payload of 12kg, making it multi-purpose. Now presented in an armed version, the TARSIS-W is equipped with an A-Fox Micro air-to-ground missile, capable of striking targets up to 4km away. This missile is guided by a semi-active designation system and carries 500g of explosive, enabling a precise strike with little collateral damage. The complete system also includes a tarsis drone for communication, and a drone dedicated to laser designation. So the drone itself can replace expensive air forces to a certain extent. However, the drone's limited carrying capacity means that it cannot compete with the air force, but rather complement it.

France's "UAV Pact" #France is taking major steps to bolster its drone industry, recognizing the strategic importance of these systems in modern warfare. With a new "#UAV pact," the French government aims to foster collaboration between the military and industry, driving innovation and rapid acquisition of drones under 150kg. Until recently, the small drone market was primarily driven by civilian applications. This limited the growth potential of French companies specializing in military-grade drones. The UAV pact aims to change that. The pact creates a framework for continuous dialogue and information sharing between the French armed forces and drone manufacturers. This ensures that military requirements are clearly understood, and industry innovation aligns with operational needs. #drones #defenseindustry #France #UAV #technology #military #innovation #procurement #Eurosatory2024 #Ukraine

Compactness and convenience are important characteristics for a drone that performs combat missions. Due to its small dimensions of 70*70*65cm when folded and weight of 12kg unladen, Pegasus is easy to transport and deliver to the battlefield. It can be easily folded and the deployment time of PEGASUS ARMS 25 is up to 8 minutes (spoiler: our record is only 2.5 minutes) Rapid deployment allows for immediate response to changes in the combat situation and attacking the target before it has time to change position or take defensive measures, and allows for rapid adaptation to changing battle conditions, providing a precise and effective impact on critical targets. The drone's compactness and lightness allow it to be used in a variety of landscapes and conditions, including hard-to-reach areas where the use of heavy equipment is difficult or impossible. #pegasus #pegasusarms #ukraine #drone #uav

The Strategic Use of UAVs in Conflict Zones A video captured in late December 2023 has surfaced, showcasing Ukrainian forces employing a pioneering approach in their military strategy against Russian positions. This footage, taken from a UAV, reveals the deployment of a substantial number of improvised bomblets, marking a significant moment in the utilization of drone technology in warfare. The UAV in question, named "Backfire," is a Ukrainian-made, armed fixed-wing model. While it's known that fixed-wing UAVs might not boast the same level of target precision as their rotary-wing counterparts, this operation leverages a strategy of releasing a higher volume of bomblets. This approach ingeniously compensates for the precision gap, demonstrating a strategic evolution in the deployment of unmanned aerial vehicles in combat scenarios. This operation not only highlights the ongoing innovations in military technology but also the adaptability and resilience of Ukrainian forces in the face of challenges. The strategic nuances and the implications of such advancements are explored in depth in our latest report. Dive into the full analysis and gain more insights on this cutting-edge military strategy by visiting the report: https://lnkd.in/eWZt2qdG #MilitaryInnovation #UAVTechnology #ConflictResolution #StrategicAnalysis #DefenseTech

The global military drone market is expected to reach $28.84 billion by 2032. With over 80 countries estimated to have military drones, the need for advanced counter-drone technology cannot be overstated. In our newest blog, we understand the future of drone defence and the need for advanced counter-drone technologies: https://lnkd.in/dGPznkJD #Indrajaal #DroneDefence #MilitaryTech #ModernWarfare #DroneTechnology #DefenseInnovation #AI #UAV #AutonomousSystems #FutureOfWarfare #ReadOurBlog #DefenceBlog