PapyDrone-800 Cardboard Drone Attracts Armed Forces with its Low Cost at KADEX 2024.

The PapyDrone-800 reconnaissance drone was unveiled at the KADEX 2024 exhibition in South Korea, marking a presentation in the field of low-cost military aeronautics. Made from cardboard materials, this lightweight, fixed-wing drone was designed to provide high-efficiency surveillance capabilities while minimizing production and deployment costs.
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The PapyDrone-800 at KADEX2024. (Picture source: Army Recognition)

The PapyDrone-800 stands out for its compact dimensions and reduced weight. With a wingspan of 800 mm and a maximum takeoff weight of 1 kg, it is optimized for rapid deployment in the field. Its manual launch allows for deployment without heavy infrastructure, offering valuable flexibility in today's combat environments. This drone can fly at a maximum speed of 100 km/h with an operational range of 20 minutes, which is sufficient for short-range reconnaissance missions.

In addition to its low cost, the PapyDrone-800 is equipped with a reconnaissance camera that provides real-time images. This makes it a viable replacement for more complex and expensive drone systems for certain specific missions. The system offers live video transmission and real-time targeting, enhancing the operational efficiency of military units.

Another key feature is its integrated avionics system, which includes a KCNA/P authentication security module to ensure the integrity of flight and mission data. Its lightweight control system manages flight trajectories, navigation, and sensor data processing, simplifying mission management. A dedicated app also allows for quick connection and the simultaneous management of five drones, optimizing operational coordination.

The PapyDrone-800 also features a waterproof coating compliant with the IPX3 standard, ensuring its use even in harsh weather conditions. Moreover, it can be customized based on specific mission needs, including an internally developed autopilot module capable of encrypting flight logs and mission data.

This cardboard drone positions itself as an economical solution designed to offer reconnaissance capabilities to units operating in demanding conditions while limiting the cost and complexity of current systems. The PapyDrone-800 represents a new approach to military surveillance, combining simplicity, low cost, and efficiency — qualities particularly valued in modern conflicts where agility and responsiveness are essential.

The KADEX 2024 exhibition, also known as the Korea Army International Defense Industry Exhibition, is taking place from October 2 to October 6, 2024. This major event is held in Gyeryongdae, Chungcheongnam-do province, South Korea, which is home to the headquarters of the South Korean armed forces. KADEX is a key platform for South Korea’s defense industry, bringing together military delegations and defense companies from around the world to showcase the latest technological innovations in fields such as aviation, mobility, firepower, and advanced defense technologies, including artificial intelligence and drones.