Counter-UAS
Counter-UAS systems also known as counter-drone systems, are designed to detect, track, identify, and mitigate unauthorised or hostile drones in controlled or restricted airspace. These systems are vital for border protection, critical infrastructure security, and tactical operations where small drones pose a surveillance, smuggling, or attack threat. Using radar, Radio Frequency (RF) detection, optical tracking, and jamming or kinetic defeat options, counter-UAS technology helps secure the airspace and maintain operational integrity.
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What is a Counter-UAS system?
A Counter-UAS (Unmanned Aerial System) system is designed to detect, identify, track, and neutralise unauthorised drones that pose a threat to secure areas such as borders, military sites, or critical infrastructure.
How do counter-drone systems detect and track drones?
Counter-drone systems use a mix of technologies including radar, radio frequency (RF) sensors, electro-optical (EO) and infrared (IR) cameras to detect and track drones across various environments and ranges.
What methods are used to neutralise unauthorised drones?
Counter-UAS systems may use RF jamming, GNSS spoofing, net guns, directed energy, or kinetic interceptors to disrupt or disable drone operations, depending on the threat level and rules of engagement.
Why are counter-drone systems important for border security?
Drones can be used for smuggling, surveillance, or attacks along national borders. Counter-UAS systems help protect airspace, intercept threats early, and safeguard personnel and infrastructure from airborne intrusion.