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Australian company DroneShield has won a contract from the Australian Army for the provision of portable unmanned aerial system (drone) detection devices.
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The contract for the supply of the RfPatrol product is worth up to $700,000 and is made up of a combination of an initial purchase price and an annual subscription component.
“DroneShield’s RfPatrol is a world leading portable counterdrone detection device, designed and made here in Australia," DroneShield CEO Oleg Vornik said.
“We are excited about our products protecting the Australian military and look forward to continuing our relationship with the Australian Department of Defence.”
The RfPatrol is a wearable drone detection device, which offers the user real situational awareness without distraction or complex operation, and is designed to be highly effective for a variety of operators in a range of demanding environments.
The RfPatrol can be operated in two modes, ‘Stealth’ and ‘Glimpse’, allowing the user to control how they receive alerts.
The device is supported by ‘DroneShield Link’, which allows operators to keep their devices database up to date with the changing threat environment.
DroneShield's description of the device is as follows:
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Effective coverage: Detects a wide variety of drones and remote controllers up to one kilometre (LoS);
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Operationally effective: Multiple power and attachment options provide the user flexibility (SWaP focus);
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Easy to use: Minimal technical training for operation required, highly portable design;
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Passive device: No intentional RF emissions and no decryption of wireless protocols for quiet and safe operation;
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Additional frequency bands: Additional hardware and software upgrade path for capability expansion;
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DroneShield advanced technology: Device powered by DroneShield latest SDR scanning technology;
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Bigger picture: Data feed output to battle management system (custom as required); and
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Protected: Device and accessories supplied packed in rugged carry case.
