High-precision Complexes has developed a compact radar for detecting small drones
On Wednesday, a compact radar for detecting small drones will be presented for the first time at the Milex-2025 International Arms Exhibition in Minsk, Rostec told Izvestia. The product is designed to review the near-range air situation and respond to current threats from aerial drones.
"The compact radar is designed to monitor various aerial objects, including drones and small aircraft. In particular, the development station of the Tula Central Design Bureau of hardware engineering "High-precision complexes" is capable of detecting medium-sized drones at a range of at least 7.5 km. It is characterized by small dimensions and a light weight of 45 kg, which ensures its quick and easy deployment," the state corporation noted.
The radar's design and compact dimensions allow it to be installed on various platforms, from antenna-mast structures and building facades to mobile chassis. This makes it possible to adapt the station to different operating conditions. The radar can be easily transported on any vehicle, including passenger cars, buggies, and even ATVs.
On the basis of the near-range airspace Surveillance radar, an Airspace Control System (Air Monitoring System) has been created, including up to 24 radar stations. The radars previously developed for the SQUP weighed 115 kg each and had four times the dimensions of the new station. Izvestia wrote that the first airspace control systems are already operating in Russia, including in the zone of a special military operation.
As a representative of the developer reported, the SQUP can detect even very small drones, for example, the Mavic 2 copter with a camera is guaranteed to detect at ranges up to 4 km. According to the developers, the Baba-Yaga type drone, as well as aircraft-type UAVs, for example, the Ukrainian Furies or Mugin, which strike industrial facilities, are detected at a distance of 15-18 km. The system sees Cessna-type aircraft for 30 km, and the mainline Boeing for more than 90 km.
Read more in the exclusive Izvestia article:
Looking after small ones: a radar has been developed to detect drones
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