Royal Navy enhances drone detection capabilities with the LiveLink Aerospace PDAR System
Uncrewed Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), commonly referred to as drones, are a rapidly increasing aviation technology with widespread global use that has become an integral tool across many sectors. These vehicles are extensively employed for both commercial and domestic applications, contributing to enhanced safety and increased accessibility in areas such as search and rescue operations, surveying, aerial photography, and monitoring agricultural activities.
However, as valuable and adaptable as UAVs have become for various industries and emergency services, and as their popularity among amateur enthusiasts continues to grow at an exceptional rate, it's prudent to be aware of the risks associated with rogue drones and their potential for malicious intent in the wrong hands.
In light of current global events, the increasing trend of repurposing off-the-shelf consumer drones into tools of warfare has become a prevalent concern. The typical modification of popular FPV (First-Person View) drones, commonly utilised for racing or cinematography, exemplifies this through the attachment of makeshift explosives. These modified drones are then deployed to execute precision strikes against specific targets at a relatively low cost. Consequently, they can carry out singular destructive actions with speed, low detection and extremely high accuracy.
LiveLink Aerospace is dedicated to tackling the challenge of counter-drone security, recognising it as a persistent issue that will continuously evolve. With the backing of Ministry of Defence DASA (Defence and Security Accelerator) funding, we have expanded our state-of-the-art concept into an efficient, cost-effective, adaptable, and extremely effective counter-drone solution. Furthermore, with ongoing support from DASA, LiveLink Aerospace has tailored its CUAS (Counter-Uncrewed Aircraft System) technology to meet the demands of the Royal Navy, who specifically sought a maritime solution for CUAS. Trialled aboard the XV Patrick Blackett, this technology is currently in active use by the Royal Navy in frontline operations.
LiveLink Aerospace is exceptionally proud to be part of the Royal Navy's unwavering dedication to upholding the highest standards of maritime security and operational readiness. Integrating PDAR (Passive RF Detection and Reconnaissance) systems into its fleet in response to the evolving threat landscape posed by UAVs will yield significant advantages for naval operations.
For more details on LiveLink Aerospace and our work with the Ministry of Defence and DASA, you can read the full case study below.
DASA Case Study: Defying drones: DASA funded anti-drone sensor is purchased by the Royal Navy
