Ukrainian company INFOZAHYST has updated its Pluton drone detection and warning system so it can pick up the mesh modems Russian forces fit to their drones to relay signals.
In a mesh network each drone acts as a node and passes the signal on to other drones instead of linking directly to the operator. Russian forces already use such modems on Geran (Shahed) drones and on Gerbera and Molniya drones, which extends their control range and keeps the network working if single drones are lost.
The updated Pluton detects the modems on their main operating frequencies at up to 70 km, giving earlier warning of enemy drones. It can also be monitored and partly controlled over a VPN connection, so it can feed remote surveillance networks without an operator beside it.
Background
INFOZAHYST
Defence electronics company
A Ukrainian company that makes the Pluton drone detection and warning system.
Description from DEV.UA
