Derrick Henry
Hoverfly Technologies has integrated BlueHalo’s Titan-SV passive radio frequency sensing technology into its Spectre tethered unmanned aerial systems, or TeUAS, to provide customers with enhanced counter-UAS and electronic warfare capabilities.
Titan-SV’s integration into Spectre sets a standard for passive EW and signals intelligence by providing persistent and real-time situational awareness from 200 ft in the air, Hoverfly said Monday. The combined technologies ensure operational security and deliver critical intelligence to warfighters and security personnel.
Enhancing Warfighters’ EW Capabilities
The effort will improve warfighters’ EW capabilities “while maintaining zero RF signature,” according to Hoverfly President and CEO Steve Walters. “This partnership marks a significant advancement in the future capability set of our Spectre TeUAS,” he stressed.
Hoverfly Chief Strategy Officer Bruce Tuftie noted that the ready availability of low-cost drones “has created an urgent need for advanced counter-UAS tools capable of detecting, tracking and neutralizing potential threats.” “As unmanned technology continues to evolve, so do the challenges associated with countering adversarial drone threats on the modern battlefield,” he explained.
Spectre TeUAS’ Resilience and Reliability
The Spectre TeUAS was recently assessed by the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering, where the drone flew in heavy rains and high winds to showcase its resilience and reliability. During the demo, the UAS mitigated terrain interference and detected various drone threats at further distances. However, Hoverfly said TeUAS still requires additional refinement and testing to achieve full operational deployment capability.
