A new American drone could change the course of Russia's war against Ukraine
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Wed, 27 Nov 2024 15:11:32 +0200
Hitchhiker drone.
What is currently known about himAs journalists managed to find out, Hitchhiker is a highspeed interceptor drone with an electric motor.Two leading American technology companies IronNet and Astrion worked actively on its development.Against the background of the tests, it became clear that this is a revolutionary antidrone technology that shows impressive potential for combating drones on the frontline, as well as increasing the level of intelligence.Hitchhiker will be able to effectively fight against Iranian kamikaze drones Shahed, which Russia uses almost daily to attack the peaceful Ukrainian population.In addition, it is indicated that this drone will be a much cheaper option for defense than traditional defense systems, for example, extremely expensive missiles for the Patriot.
Why this drone could change the course of warSuch a bold forecast was shared by an investor in the field of cyber security and the director of the American company IronNet, Admiral Mike Hewitt.He calls this new drone a game changer, that is, one that will change the rules of the game on the battlefield.Mike Hewitt points out that Astrion is exactly the kind of antiunmanned aircraft systems UAS company that has the ability to provide total protection of Ukraine against Russian drone attacks.
It can see drones, classify them, track them, and then destroy them with its drone, which is launched from various locations, he explained.
In addition, it is emphasized that IronNet will be able to guarantee a cyberresistant collective defense system for the Astrion network.
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