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Amid US Progress Russia Introduces New Anti-Drone Solution For Its Regional Security.
On 18 December 2024, Rostec announced the development of an advanced, scalable regional defense system designed to protect urban areas from drone threats. The system, based on the Sfera drone detection and suppression technology, has already proven its effectiveness in conflict zones and is now being adapted for broader security applications.
Rostec announced the development of an advanced, scalable regional defense system designed to protect urban areas from drone threats. (Picture source: Rostec)
Developed by the Chelyabinsk Radio Plant Polet, part of Rostec's AIS holding, the new system offers a multi-layered approach to countering drone threats. Its main component, the Sfera complex, has been successfully deployed in Ukraine, neutralizing multiple hostile drones in real-time. According to Alexey Naumenko, the General Director of Polet, the Sfera system successfully neutralized over ten enemy drones, with the results documented in official combat logs. Additionally, the system was tested in November at the Russian Ministry of Defense’s research institute and has since been included in the Ministry's register of recommended products for countering UAVs.
The system is designed to detect and neutralize a wide variety of drones, making it versatile for use in various contexts, from securing individual sites to protecting entire urban areas. The modular nature of the Sfera system allows for customized configurations based on the specific security needs of a location, providing scalable protection against ever-evolving drone threats.
In addition to its focus on drone defense, the Chelyabinsk Radio Plant Polet is expanding its portfolio of products aimed at countering UAVs. The company is also recognized for developing safety systems for civil aviation, providing essential equipment for takeoff and landing operations at high-traffic airports. With over 70 years of experience in the aviation sector, Polet leverages its unique expertise to create advanced technologies for both military and civil sectors.
The US counterpart to this project is represented by Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) developed by companies such as Raytheon, Northrop Grumman, and Lockheed Martin. These technologies are designed to detect, intercept, and neutralize a wide range of potentially hostile drones, particularly in urban and military environments. For example, Raytheon's Coyote system uses micro-drones to intercept UAVs in flight, while Lockheed Martin's Counter-RAM (Counter Rocket, Artillery, and Mortar) integrates radar detection capabilities and electronic jamming to interfere with drone communications. These American solutions, like the Russian Sfera system, focus on scalable and modular defense, capable of protecting critical infrastructure, military bases, and entire cities. As the threat of drones continues to grow globally, these technologies, combined with ongoing research and development efforts, position the United States as a global leader in combating the malicious use of drones.
As drones continue to pose a growing security threat, Rostec’s innovative solutions represent a step forward in protecting critical infrastructure and ensuring public safety. Russia is not the only country facing this kind of problem, and it is more than urgent to find a viable solution to counter this new threat. If you want to learn more about the solutions proposed to counter drones, I refer you to this article.