Sine.Engineering, a Ukrainian drone technology firm, has launched a satellite-free navigation system designed to resist Russian electronic warfare's disruption of GPS signals. Drawing inspiration from time-of-flight (ToF) methods, this innovative system measures the duration of signals between a ground station and communication beacons to precisely determine drone coordinates. Significantly, the module is compact, cheap, and operates on multiple frequencies, allowing drones to evade jamming. Supported by Ukraine's armed forces, the technology aims to enhance the operational capability of autonomous drones and enable swarm operations while also facilitating human pilot involvement.
To dodge the interference, Sine invented a satellite-free replacement inspired by time-of-flight methods, measuring signal travel time instead of relying on satellites.
Crucially, the system is also relatively cheap. By providing affordable accuracy, Sine plans to accelerate Ukraine's transition to autonomous drones.
Our technology enables coordinated flights of multiple drones, allowing them to operate as cohesive units,” Chulyk said about supporting swarm operations.
We expect battlefield deployment in the near future,” Andriy Chulyk stated regarding the next phase for FPV drones.
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