In the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, the optimization of target identification faces several significant challenges. Traditional methods, such as ground-based observers and manned reconnaissance vehicles, often fall short in providing the speed and accuracy required in modern warfare, leading to missed targets and unintended collateral damage. The chaotic nature of the battlefield complicates coordination and communication between various units and command centers, causing delays and inefficiencies. The diverse and often rugged terrain further exacerbates these issues, hindering the mobility and rapid deployment of heavy artillery. Moreover, the constant threat of counter-battery fire from the enemy poses a grave risk, as artillery units can be swiftly targeted once they reveal their positions.
The Vector has emerged as a game-changing solution to these target fire challenges. This advanced eVTOL drone offers unparalleled surveillance and intelligence capabilities, enabling precise target identification and real-time video streaming to multiple Ground Control Stations over a range of 35 kilometers. Its open systems architecture allows for continuous expansion of capabilities, integrating onboard computing power and AI to support decision-making processes efficiently. The Vector’s ability to perform fully controlled vertical take-offs and landings in confined spaces, even under harsh conditions, and its low noise emission make it ideal for covert operations.
With a flight time of up to 180 minutes and rapid mission-readiness within three minutes, Vector provides persistent surveillance and enhances mobility, allowing fire units to react swiftly. The Raptor sensor further elevates the Vector’s performance, offering high-resolution EO/IR capabilities with advanced object detection and tracking, allowing for precise target identification and continuous monitoring of enemy movements. By acting as a communication relay, the Vector enhances connectivity between dispersed units and command centers, ensuring rapid and accurate transmission of orders and intelligence. This combination of advanced technology and ease of use makes the Vector an indispensable tool for optimizing different operations in Ukraine’s complex and dynamic battlefield.