Spain receives latest version of Cervus high-tech anti-drone system.

On July 6, 2023, the Spanish company TRC announced the delivery of the brand new version of the Cervus anti-drone system to the Electronic Warfare Regiment (REW) 31 of the Spanish Army. After a year of development, this system is ready to be tested in the field to validate its performance and functionality.
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Cervus III Electronic Warfare Solution on the Spanish Army's booth. (Picture source: Army Recognition)

The Cervus system, entirely designed and manufactured in Spain, is specifically created to protect airspace and ensure the security of strategic sites, both civilian and military, against potential drone attacks. This new version goes beyond being a mere evolution of the previous platform; it represents a complete overhaul that has resulted in a completely redesigned system, according to TRC. The advancements are numerous: firstly, the system incorporates a command and control interface that consolidates all sensors into a single graphical display, offering simplified management of all system functionalities.

Additionally, this new platform includes radiofrequency detection devices developed by TRC, expanding the analyzed radiofrequency spectrum. Moreover, the system integrates the Oteos device, a high-performance electro-optical module developed in collaboration with Escribano. Through TRC's artificial vision algorithms combined with Escribano's sensor, the system autonomously detects the presence of drones and accurately geolocates them using specially trained artificial intelligence models and algorithms with support from REW 31. Furthermore, the platform allows the integration of radars to extend the system's range and enhance threat positioning precision.

Furthermore, the Cervus system is equipped with hardkill capabilities to neutralize unwanted drones. It features the Guardian 2.0 remote station, whose effectiveness was recently demonstrated in tests involving programmable 40mm ammunition firing in Médano del Loro, Huelva province.

In collaboration with Escribano and REW 31, TRC successfully developed this new version of the Cervus platform, enabling automatic detection and identification of potential threats without requiring operators to possess extensive radiofrequency knowledge. This advancement simplifies system usage and facilitates its widespread deployment to address current air security needs.

The CERVUS III was showcased for the first time at FEINDEF 2023, Defense Exhibition in Spain, and we discussed it on Army Recognition on May 19, 2023.

The Spanish Army's Electronic Warfare Regiment 31 is now prepared to conduct comprehensive field tests with the Cervus system, ensuring operational effectiveness and bolstering Spain's national security against emerging drone-related threats.