Mahindra Group and Tel Aviv-based Sentrycs have signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding (MoU) to explore opportunities for developing and providing ‘differentiated anti-drone solutions’ in India, for civilian and military applications.
The MoU will focus on the transfer of technology and manufacturing of radio frequency-based counter-drone solutions. The ‘differentiated anti-drone solution’ is an autonomous and integrated system with a command and control module that enables detection, tracking, identification and mitigation of incoming drones.
In addition, the system can monitor drone flight paths, identify their specific models, unique serial numbers, and their IDs. This capability allows for precise differentiation between friendly and hostile drones.
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In cases where a drone is classified as a threat, the system can autonomously take control and ensure it lands safely in a predefined zone resulting in no collateral damage, said a release from Mahindra & Mahindra.
The system can be deployed for protection of critical infrastructure in urban areas or as an integral part of a broader multi-layered ‘anti-drone solutions’ for military applications, it further added.
Vinod Sahay, president aerospace and defence sector and Member of Group Executive Board, Mahindra said, “We believe that this MoU would enable the Group to explore opportunities in the anti-drone space and sets the stage for cutting edge technological offerings with global partners for a full suite of anti-drone solutions across applications in the future.”
The MoU was signed by Jasbir Solanki, CEO – Homeland and Cyber Security division and head of the counter unmanned aerial systems business, and Yoav Zaltzman, CEO, Sentrycs.
“The exponential growth in the use of drones for military purposes as witnessed in recent conflicts, calls for appropriate technological solutions that can mitigate the risks posed by these drones, when used by hostile forces,” said Zaltzman.
Sentrycs claims to be the leader in adaptive counter-drone solutions, supported by cyber over RF technology. Sentrycs field-proven solutions are designed to passively detect, track,
identify, and where necessary, mitigate unauthorized drones. It is custom-built for various environments, including airports, borders, prisons, critical infrastructure, and mass events.