Overnight, DroneShield Ltd released the following announcement about their new DroneSentry-XTM vehicle-mounted drone detection and defeat system.
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Press Release, 14 November 2019: DroneShield Ltd is pleased to announce the release of vehicle-mounted drone detection and defeat product, DroneSentry-XTM.
Lightweight at approximately 10kg, compact size and and easily mountable on most vehicles, the product is expected to be of significant interest to a range of DroneShield’s customer base globally, across military, law enforcement, security and VIP markets. The product is suitable for both vehicle/convoy and fixed site installations. The product was developed in response to substantial customer interest. The product is available for purchase now to qualified customers, where lawful, for delivery in 2020.
DroneShield’s CEO Oleg Vornik commented, “Vehicle market for counterdrone protection is rapidly rising. In addition to catering for that segment, DroneSentry-XTM provides a more affordable detect-and-defeat solution for price-sensitive customers as an alternative to purchasing full-functionality DroneSentry product from us. DroneShield offers a complete suite of detection and defeat solutions to our customers, and this new product covers the customer need which we identified in our recent engagements”.
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PRODUCT SUMMARY
DroneSentry-X is a cross-vehicle compatible, automated 360° detect and defeat device. It is suitable for mobile operations with roof mounted sensors that can be automatically or manually activated to disrupt drone activity. DroneSentry-X offers the user real-time situational awareness while moving, with the ability to automatically counter drone threats detected by the system. The device can alternatively be deployed at a fixed site or as a temporary pop-up solution, with on site or remote operator access.
DroneSentry-X provides detection of drones and protection in all directions, with the included digital control panel and display mounted for operator access.
FEATURES OF DRONESENTRY-X:
- Integrated Detect & Defeat: Dual capability built into the one unit
- Durable Construction: DroneSentry-X is designed to meet military durability standards, with resistance to shock, weather and UV exposure
- Swarm Defence: 360° of drone disruption protects the vehicle from multi drone threats (swarms)
- Mobile or Fixed System: Can be installed as a temporary or fixed system
- Cost Effective Solution: Lower cost solution compared to fixed site DroneSentry systems
SPECIFICATIONS:
Detection Performance: Nominal UAS detection range: greater than 2km (1.2 miles). Detects drones operating on consumer and commercial ISM frequencies
Disruption Performance: Disrupts drones operating on consumer and commercial ISM frequencies. Disruption range greater than 300m
Output Options: Audio, Visual alerts via Operator Control Module
Environment and Installation: Dimensions: 634mm x 634mm x 232mm (24.9” x 24.9” x 9.1”)
External roof mounted pod designed to IP66
Weight of sensor pod & brackets: 10kg
Operating temperature: -40°C to +60°C (-40°F to +140°F)
Mounting: Clamps to standard roof racks. Tamper proof mounting options available.
Power: Input- 12VDC (optional 24VDC). Utilises auxiliary vehicle power supply.
