New fast-paced Market Engagement calls for industry perspectives and novel ideas for countering fibre optic UAS.
UK Defence Innovation (UKDI) is pleased to launch a new Market Engagement called Countering Fibre Optic Uncrewed Aerial Systems. Run on behalf of MOD this Market Engagement seeks novel ideas to detect and defeat fibre optically controlled UAS. We are interested in hearing industry perspectives on whether or not this is possible, including the feasibility (can the technology be developed), viability (is it cost-effective), and desirability (is it tactically useful).
Current conflict has demonstrated rapid uncrewed aerial system (UAS) evolution, including UAS controlled by trailing fibre optic cables, which are immune to conventional countermeasures. We would like a solution to mitigate this new threat.
We need novel capabilities to detect, track, identify and defeat fibre optically controlled UAS.
Solutions should:
Solutions may be for fixed sites or mobile tactical users, who are expected to operate in far-forward frontline positions.
Do you have a novel idea or some information on this area that you’d like to share? Read the full Market Engagement document and submit a proposal.