Solutions to win: Brave1 cluster builds catalog of Ukrainian drones using fiber optics

The Brave1 technology cluster has presented a verified catalog of Ukrainian manufacturers of fiber-optic drones.

A specialist in the field of radio technologies, Serhii Flesh, reported that.

What is the solution?

Brave1 stresses that this resource was designed to promote technologies among members of the Defense Forces and facilitate fulfilling their requirements.

The catalog was produced in collaboration with manufacturers, thus ensuring compliance with security protocols. It only features companies that have consented to share their information for publication.

How does it work?

The catalog features over 10 manufacturers, including cutting-edge integration solutions for both ground and air platforms. Please note that all technical specifications and prices are subject to change.

In turn, the Brave1 team is not responsible for the quality of products or the terms of commercial relations with manufacturers.

In addition, a control system that provides universal integration into ground and air platforms has already been presented.

It should be noted that drones controlled via fiber optic cable have significant advantages:

• Protection from electronic warfare (EW) equipment: The absence of a radio signal makes such drones invulnerable to interference.
• Communication stability: At long distances, they do not lose the signal from the control panel due to the radio horizon phenomenon.
• Stealth: They cannot be detected by a UAV detector due to the absence of radio control signals and video signal transmission.

Despite their advantages, fiber optic drones also have certain disadvantages:

• Weight: A reel with a 10 km cable weighs 2-2.5 kg, which requires the use of more powerful and expensive drones.
• Cost: The cable itself and the modified control system are not cheap. For example, the price of a reel is estimated at $500.

The catalog is available on the one-page website optic fiber.brave1.tech, where you can find information about drone models, their characteristics, approximate cost, and manufacturer contacts. This resource will become a useful tool for anyone interested in implementing modern technologies in defense and security.

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It should be noted that recent months have shown a growing interest in fiber optic drones, as they are an effective tool for conducting modern combat operations.

Ukraine has successfully completed the testing phase of a line of drones with fiber-optic communication, and obtaining a NATO code is nearing completion.

It was also previously reported that the German company HIGHCAT will test drones in Ukraine. These drones are controlled using fiber-optic coils, which allow them to operate effectively in conditions of intense radio-electronic interference.