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China unveils laser drone defence system
China has developed a highly accurate laser weapon system that can shoot down light drones at low altitude, state media reported.
The machine has a 1.2-mile range and can bring down “various small aircraft” within five seconds of locating its target, the official Xinhua news agency said, citing a statement by the China Academy of Engineering Physics (CAEP), one of the developers.
Xinhua showed pictures of large metal boxes in camouflage paint and the wreckage of a small drone, some of it burning.
The laser system is expected to “play a key role in ensuring security during major events in urban areas” and address concerns on unlicensed mapping activities, according to Xinhua. It is effective up to a maximum altitude of 500 metres and against aircraft flying at up to 50 metres per second (112mph), Xinhua said.
It cited Yi Jinsong, a manager with China Jiuyuan Hi-Tech Equipment Corp, as saying that small-scale, unmanned drones were relatively cheap and easy to use, making them a likely choice for terrorists.
“Intercepting such drones is usually the work of snipers and helicopters, but their success rate is not as high and mistakes with accuracy can result in unwanted damage,” he said.
The system, which can be installed on vehicles, shot down more than 30 drones in a recent test with a “100% success rate” said the CAEP statement.
The academy is developing similar laser security systems with greater power and range, Xinhua said in its report on Sunday.
China typically deploys tight security for domestic political meetings, international conferences and sports events, looking to prevent public protests over issues such as illegal land seizures and corruption as well as any threats to the participants.
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Droneshield
Drones present unique threats to privacy, physical security, and public safety in a wide variety of environments including executive protection, industrial and critical infrastructure security, prison and government facility protection, airports, outdoor events and venues, and military and homeland security.
Executive Protection
Harassment from drones and helicopters used by paparazzi and other unauthorized pursuers is a growing problem around the world. DroneShield can provide advanced warning of helicopters and drones commonly used by paparazzi and media. Alerts are sent by email or SMS and can be linked to alarm and security response teams and data collected is preserved for subsequent legal proceedings. Read our Executive Protection datasheet here.
Commercial, Industrial, and Critical Infrastructure
Corporate espionage, harassment, and physical security are threatened by the availability of drones. DroneShield compliments legacy security systems against smaller, low signature drones because acoustic emissions are difficult to conceal or spoof. DroneShield alerts integrate with existing security environments for a variety of response measures or localized alerts for disadvantaged users. Read our Commercial datasheet here.
Prisons
Drones are being used to smuggle contraband, cell phones, and weapons into prisons around the world. DroneShield provides advance notice of drones commonly used by smugglers. Alerts are sent by email or SMS and can be linked to alarm and security response teams. Data is preserved for subsequent legal proceedings.Read our Prisons datasheet here.
Airports
In 15 cases over the past two years, drones flew dangerously close to airports or passenger aircraft, including incidents in New York and Los Angeles, according to reports submitted to the FAA. A NASA database of confidential complaints filed by pilots and air-traffic controllers has recorded 50 other reports of close calls or improper flight operations involving drones over the past decade. The problem is worsening just as the federal government is preparing to lift barriers that could flood the country’s already congested skies with thousands of remotely controlled aircraft. Read our Airports datasheet here.
Outdoor Events and Venues
Drones are being used for illegal recordings and present a safety threat to participants and spectators in outdoor venues. Drones have also crashed into crowds causing bodily harm and could pose a potential terrorist threat. DroneShield protects your facility and audience from drones. Read our Outdoor Venue datasheet here.
Military and Homeland Security
Drones present many threats to military and homeland security forces and facilities. “Low, Slow, and Small” UAS are a growing threat that legacy CUAS will not detect. DroneShield compliments radar and RF detection systems against smaller, low signature UAS because acoustic emissions are difficult to conceal or spoof. DroneShield alerts integrate with existing COP for a variety of response measures or localized alerts for disadvantaged users.Contact us for more information.
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Kickstarter project plans to patrol the skies with anti-drone technology
Imagine you're at home. Out of the corner of your eye, you spy a drone. It's hovering just outside your window. What's it doing? Taking pictures? Spying on you? But, more important, what would you do?
That's the type of invasion-of-privacy concern posed by Domestic Drone Countermeasures (DDC), a company is Portland, Ore., that sells anti-drone technology it says will protect people from domestic drones, which have become increasingly available for prices as low as $500 online.
DDC is trying to raise $8,500 through the crowdfunding site Kickstarter for a Personal Drone Detection System. The system consists of three boxes that together create a "mesh grid network," also called a "Detection Grid." It would warn users about domestic drones with sensors that, through Wi-Fi, trigger an alarm or send alert messages to your tablet or smart phone.
Recommended: OPINION 3 questions to ask about US drone policy
DDC, currently in the process of securing patents for its technology, does not intend to counter military drones, as those "fly too high and are too sophisticated," the company states on its Kickstarter page. Rather, it aims to defend against ordinary people who may have access to drone technology.
"There are legitimate uses for domestic drones. But there are still concerns about invasion of privacy and surveillance by various entities," says Amy Ciesielka, founder of DDC, in the group's Kickstarter video.
Founded in 2013, DDC is dedicated to not only selling its anti-drone products, but also to spreading awareness of domestic drone usage – from police departments using them for surveillance to individuals mounting drones with GoPro cameras for home videos.
The trouble is there aren't yet many laws to regulate daily drone usage.
Last month, a drone crashed into the side of a skyscraper in downtown St. Louis, causing authorities to begin tracking down the owner. And in a recent interview with 60 Minutes, Sen. Diane Feinstein (D-Calif.), a staunch critic of drone technology, explained that the Federal Aviation Administration does not yet have rules to regulate smaller, domestic drones.
"When is a drone picture a benefit to society? When does it become stalking? When does it invade privacy? How close to a home can a drone go?" Senator Feinstein, who had a drone crash outside her house, said in the interview.
The UK, for example, has laws prohibiting the use of recreational drones near buildings and all domestic drone usage must be cleared by the Civil Aviation Authority, notes The Guardian.
Although DDC is branding itself as a kind of do-it-yourself drone defense company in the absence of official laws regulating this issue, it remains to be seen whether its project will be funded – you only receive Kickstarter funding if you raise enough money to meet your stated goal – and whether anti-drone technology will even catch on before lawmakers do.
"Only technology can counter technology," DDC states in its promotional
China has developed a highly accurate laser weapon system that can shoot down light drones at low altitude, state media reported.
The machine has a 1.2-mile range and can bring down “various small aircraft” within five seconds of locating its target, the official Xinhua news agency said, citing a statement by the China Academy of Engineering Physics (CAEP), one of the developers.
Xinhua showed pictures of large metal boxes in camouflage paint and the wreckage of a small drone, some of it burning.
The laser system is expected to “play a key role in ensuring security during major events in urban areas” and address concerns on unlicensed mapping activities, according to Xinhua. It is effective up to a maximum altitude of 500 metres and against aircraft flying at up to 50 metres per second (112mph), Xinhua said.
It cited Yi Jinsong, a manager with China Jiuyuan Hi-Tech Equipment Corp, as saying that small-scale, unmanned drones were relatively cheap and easy to use, making them a likely choice for terrorists.
“Intercepting such drones is usually the work of snipers and helicopters, but their success rate is not as high and mistakes with accuracy can result in unwanted damage,” he said.
The system, which can be installed on vehicles, shot down more than 30 drones in a recent test with a “100% success rate” said the CAEP statement.
The academy is developing similar laser security systems with greater power and range, Xinhua said in its report on Sunday.
China typically deploys tight security for domestic political meetings, international conferences and sports events, looking to prevent public protests over issues such as illegal land seizures and corruption as well as any threats to the participants.
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Droneshield
Drones present unique threats to privacy, physical security, and public safety in a wide variety of environments including executive protection, industrial and critical infrastructure security, prison and government facility protection, airports, outdoor events and venues, and military and homeland security.
Executive Protection
Harassment from drones and helicopters used by paparazzi and other unauthorized pursuers is a growing problem around the world. DroneShield can provide advanced warning of helicopters and drones commonly used by paparazzi and media. Alerts are sent by email or SMS and can be linked to alarm and security response teams and data collected is preserved for subsequent legal proceedings. Read our Executive Protection datasheet here.Commercial, Industrial, and Critical Infrastructure
Corporate espionage, harassment, and physical security are threatened by the availability of drones. DroneShield compliments legacy security systems against smaller, low signature drones because acoustic emissions are difficult to conceal or spoof. DroneShield alerts integrate with existing security environments for a variety of response measures or localized alerts for disadvantaged users. Read our Commercial datasheet here.Prisons
Drones are being used to smuggle contraband, cell phones, and weapons into prisons around the world. DroneShield provides advance notice of drones commonly used by smugglers. Alerts are sent by email or SMS and can be linked to alarm and security response teams. Data is preserved for subsequent legal proceedings.Read our Prisons datasheet here.Airports
In 15 cases over the past two years, drones flew dangerously close to airports or passenger aircraft, including incidents in New York and Los Angeles, according to reports submitted to the FAA. A NASA database of confidential complaints filed by pilots and air-traffic controllers has recorded 50 other reports of close calls or improper flight operations involving drones over the past decade. The problem is worsening just as the federal government is preparing to lift barriers that could flood the country’s already congested skies with thousands of remotely controlled aircraft. Read our Airports datasheet here.Outdoor Events and Venues
Drones are being used for illegal recordings and present a safety threat to participants and spectators in outdoor venues. Drones have also crashed into crowds causing bodily harm and could pose a potential terrorist threat. DroneShield protects your facility and audience from drones. Read our Outdoor Venue datasheet here.Military and Homeland Security
Drones present many threats to military and homeland security forces and facilities. “Low, Slow, and Small” UAS are a growing threat that legacy CUAS will not detect. DroneShield compliments radar and RF detection systems against smaller, low signature UAS because acoustic emissions are difficult to conceal or spoof. DroneShield alerts integrate with existing COP for a variety of response measures or localized alerts for disadvantaged users.Contact us for more information.
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Kickstarter project plans to patrol the skies with anti-drone technology
Imagine you're at home. Out of the corner of your eye, you spy a drone. It's hovering just outside your window. What's it doing? Taking pictures? Spying on you? But, more important, what would you do?
That's the type of invasion-of-privacy concern posed by Domestic Drone Countermeasures (DDC), a company is Portland, Ore., that sells anti-drone technology it says will protect people from domestic drones, which have become increasingly available for prices as low as $500 online.
DDC is trying to raise $8,500 through the crowdfunding site Kickstarter for a Personal Drone Detection System. The system consists of three boxes that together create a "mesh grid network," also called a "Detection Grid." It would warn users about domestic drones with sensors that, through Wi-Fi, trigger an alarm or send alert messages to your tablet or smart phone.
Recommended: OPINION 3 questions to ask about US drone policy
DDC, currently in the process of securing patents for its technology, does not intend to counter military drones, as those "fly too high and are too sophisticated," the company states on its Kickstarter page. Rather, it aims to defend against ordinary people who may have access to drone technology.
"There are legitimate uses for domestic drones. But there are still concerns about invasion of privacy and surveillance by various entities," says Amy Ciesielka, founder of DDC, in the group's Kickstarter video.
Founded in 2013, DDC is dedicated to not only selling its anti-drone products, but also to spreading awareness of domestic drone usage – from police departments using them for surveillance to individuals mounting drones with GoPro cameras for home videos.
The trouble is there aren't yet many laws to regulate daily drone usage.
Last month, a drone crashed into the side of a skyscraper in downtown St. Louis, causing authorities to begin tracking down the owner. And in a recent interview with 60 Minutes, Sen. Diane Feinstein (D-Calif.), a staunch critic of drone technology, explained that the Federal Aviation Administration does not yet have rules to regulate smaller, domestic drones.
"When is a drone picture a benefit to society? When does it become stalking? When does it invade privacy? How close to a home can a drone go?" Senator Feinstein, who had a drone crash outside her house, said in the interview.
The UK, for example, has laws prohibiting the use of recreational drones near buildings and all domestic drone usage must be cleared by the Civil Aviation Authority, notes The Guardian.
Although DDC is branding itself as a kind of do-it-yourself drone defense company in the absence of official laws regulating this issue, it remains to be seen whether its project will be funded – you only receive Kickstarter funding if you raise enough money to meet your stated goal – and whether anti-drone technology will even catch on before lawmakers do.
"Only technology can counter technology," DDC states in its promotional
