The increasing use of drones as weapons has led to a heightened demand for effective countermeasures. Drones pose significant risks by being employed in illegal activities such as smuggling or espionage, and they can also be used to launch attacks or disrupt critical infrastructure. While drones offer valuable applications in various contexts, it is crucial to address their potential risks and implement measures to mitigate them.
Enhanced Long-Range Surveillance Cameras
The need for accurate and reliable detection and identification of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) has become crucial for government agencies, law enforcement, and military organizations globally. There are several methods to counteract drones, depending on the situation and the threat level they present.
Advanced long-range camera systems with anti-drone technology feature cutting-edge camera technology designed for effective UAV detection and identification. These systems are equipped with both cooled and uncooled thermal camera platforms that are highly customizable and include the latest electro-optical (EO) sensors. High-resolution cameras enable precise UAV identification and tracking, allowing operators to respond swiftly to potential threats.
Special Pan-Tilt Mechanisms
These long-range camera systems feature an AI-driven operating environment that integrates various off-the-shelf platforms and payloads into a centralized system. The accurate pan-tilt mechanism allows for the exchange, upgrading, and addition of hardware, which can be centrally managed and continuously updated with the latest surveillance and threat detection software. This PTZ (Pan-Tilt-Zoom) system offers a sustainable, cost-effective solution without requiring in-factory adjustments.
Advanced Analytics Control for Long-Range PTZ Cameras
The cameras are equipped with sophisticated video analytics that enable real-time detection, tracking, and classification of objects. These features are essential for anti-drone operations, as they allow the cameras to identify and neutralize potential threats. The systems can track and classify small drones, among other tasks.
Long-Range Camera Robustness and Reliability
Designed to endure harsh environmental conditions, long-range cameras operate reliably across various scenarios. They are rugged, weatherproof, and resistant to interference from other devices. Additionally, the cameras feature redundant power supplies to maintain operation even if one source fails. The systems are also built with cybersecurity in mind, incorporating advanced encryption protocols and other security measures to prevent unauthorized access.
Counter-Drone Capabilities
- Earth Observation Positioning: The Pan-Tilt platform offers high-speed, precise positioning using harmonic drive gears. It provides absolute positional feedback for pan, tilt, and EO payloads.
- Detection: The PT platform is designed to integrate third-party radar or RF-based detection systems. Its through-shaft integration allows for seamless combination with the EO system, enabling continuous, uninterrupted 360° target tracking.
- Tracking: The platform features fused-tracking capabilities that combine radar tracking information with a hardware-based video tracker, ensuring smooth and reliable tracking at all ranges and speeds. Additional features include centroid and edge measurement.
- Classification: Auto-classification capabilities provide additional target intelligence, enabling drones to be distinguished from other airborne objects such as aircraft and birds.
- Identification: The modular design of the long-range camera system allows for the integration of a wide range of EO sensors, including HD low-light video, MWIR, LWIR thermal detectors, and SWIR sensors. This flexibility accommodates various performance and budgetary requirements.
- Mitigation: Optional anti-drone systems offer effective jamming capabilities, allowing users to selectively disrupt control signals, video feeds, or GPS data. This can result in actions such as freezing the drone in place, returning it to the controller, or ensuring a safe landing. Additional “soft kill” deterrent options include long-range laser dazzlers and white light illumination devices, which can act as deterrents and assist in target designation.