Ukraine tests fiber-optic FPV drones with range over 20 km – photos
The Brave1 defense technology cluster carried out Ukraine's first tests of fiber-optic FPV drones capable of covering distances of several dozen kilometers, Brave1's press service reported.
More than 15 UAV manufacturers tested their models at a proving ground, navigating a course over 20 km long with obstacles and simulating target approaches.
Previously, such drones had a flight range of only 5-10 km. Now, solutions capable of hitting targets over 20 km away have been successfully tested.
Advantages of fiber-optic FPV drones:
→ Complete immunity to EW: These drones can carry out missions despite electronic interference.
→ Undetectability: The absence of radio emissions makes them invisible to enemy signals intelligence.
→ High-quality communication: Stable and clear video transmission even at long distances.
→ No radio horizon limitations.
The event also featured seven manufacturers of fiber-optic ground robotic systems (GRS), which conducted test runs.
"Fiber optics is a game-changer in communication and electronic warfare because it provides stable connectivity unaffected by EW systems. We are highly interested in integrating fiber optics so our GRS can operate at greater distances and help us destroy the enemy even more effectively," said Captain Oleksandr Yabchanka, head of the robotic systems unit of the Da Vinci Wolves battalion.
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