The US Army is Evaluating UAs for Counter-Conventional Warfare

The UAs are small drones with unmanned air systems that are controlled remotely and can operate autonomously. These unmanned planes are being considered by the US military as an alternative option to conventional warfare. This article will review the different groups of unmanned aircraft, their capabilities, and DoD's strategy. Find out more about these small-sized drones and the possible uses they might have in the military. First, let's address some of the most common questions about this new weapon.

Silent Archer

The Silent Archer was designed to counter UAS. It is capable of detecting and tracking hostile UAS in groups ranging from one to five. It can be used in conjunction with kinetic weapons systems, and it is sensor-agnostic. This allows it to integrate with any system or leverage existing SRC systems. It can be scaled and available in a variety of configurations, including a mobile variant that can work in the field.

Anduril's C-sUAS

While armed drones are not yet widely used, Anduril Industries has revealed its Ghost 4 autonomous tactical drone. The Ghost 4 drone is more durable, lighter, and can fly longer than the Ghost. It boasts 32 teraops in processing power in its onboard computer. This allows it to take decisions and find targets independently. The company raised $200 million in July, valuing the company at $1.9 billion. Palmer Luckey, Anduril’s CEO, founded Oculus VR headset maker Oculus. Oculus was later sold to Facebook at $2 billion.

AeroVironment's Puma AE

A small unmanned aircraft system that weighs only 13 pounds has been chosen by the U.S. Army to perform intelligence-gathering missions. The National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration has also adopted the Puma AE aircraft for oil spill monitoring and wildlife survey. AeroVironment revealed a number of improvements to its Puma AE small, unmanned aerial vehicle earlier this year. These enhancements are currently in production. They will be available the first quarter 2014.

DoD's C-sUAS strategy

The DoD's recent strategy for sUAS calls for a common information sharing architecture. This architecture will guide the C-sUAS requirements. Next is a thorough testing and evaluation program, which integrates all available capabilities. This will ensure that DoD CsUAS can work safely and efficiently. This strategy calls for joint investment by all services as well as the creation of joint requirements documents. Joint concepts and doctrine will be equally important as material solutions and should include joint approaches and plans for large-scale conflict and peacetime operations.

TUAS program

The U.S. Army has established a Tactical Unmanned Aerial System (TUAS) Platoon that will be used to conduct reconnaissance and attack missions. These aircraft, which have been in service since 2010, will be fielded both by U.S. military branches and Special Forces groups. These aircraft provide superior situational awareness and force protection for ISR missions, and the TUAS platoon will be deployed to the Middle East, Afghanistan, and Iraq.

FAQ

Where can I find a drone for sale?

Many drones can be purchased online. Some prefer to buy their drones from Amazon, eBay, or Walmart. Others choose to purchase their drones directly from manufacturers.

Is it necessary to have special training in order to fly a drone

No, you don’t need any special training in order to fly your drone. You only need a remote controller unit and basic knowledge about flight mechanics.

How can I keep drones away?

Drones have become increasingly popular for home surveillance. But they also pose a security threat to privacy. If you want drone attacks to be avoided, you can install motion sensors all around your property. These sensors will detect any flying objects that are not authorized.

Statistics

• According to Indeed, a drone pilot gets paid $25.73 per hour on average in the US. (dronesgator.com)
• Research and Markets predict a growth rate of 51.1% over the next five years. (thedroneu.com)
• According to the multiple listing service (MLS), houses and apartments with drone photographs are up to 68 percent more likely to sell than those without pictures. (thedroneu.com)

External Links

uavcoach.com

• Master List Of Drone Laws (Organized based on State / Country). l UAV coach
• Drone Training, Industry News, & Free Resources

iacra.faa.gov

• IACRA - Federal Aviation Administration

dji.com

• Mavic 2 Enterprise Series DJI
• Matrice 300 RTK - Built Tough. Works Smart. - DJI

nps.gov

• GGNRA (U.S. National Park Service), is a No Drone Zone – Golden Gate National Recreation Area.
• Unmanned Aircraft in the National Parks (U.S. National Park Service)

How To

How to Fly Drones at a Beginning Level

A drone is a remotely-controlled aircraft that is used for aerial photography and surveillance. The technology behind drones has been around since World War II. DJI's Phantom quadcopters became commercially available in 2010. There have been many drones made since then. These range from beginner-friendly drones like Parrot AR Drone 2.0 to more advanced multi-rotor craft like DJI Mavic Pro.

There are many options for flying a drone.

1. Remote control - This allows you to control the drone from your hand. There are two main types for controllers: Joysticks or On/Off switches, which can be used to control the drone's flight path.
2. Manual Control - Using a smartphone app, this method allows users to remotely operate the drone via GPS coordinates. You must keep track of the location where you want the drone to go and follow the instructions from the app.
3. Autonomous flight - The drone takes over the piloting duties. It is basically flying autonomously and without human intervention. It must have a builtin camera, sensors capable of taking images and data to enable autonomous flight.
4. Triggered Flight – This method is very similar to manual flight. The pilot creates a route that the drone will follow until it reaches the destination. After the program is complete, the drone automatically returns to the ground.
5. Landing Gear: Some drones have landing gear that allows them safely to land in case they lose power or run low on battery.
6. Goggles-Some pilots use goggles to protect their eyes from debris during operations.
7. Camera - Certain drones come with cameras that allow you to take photos and videos from high above.
8. Obstacles - Some drones can be equipped with obstacle avoidance systems that prevent them from crashing into obstacles.
9. Speed – Some drones can reach speeds in excess of 40 mph.
10. Battery Life - Most drones can last between 20 minutes to 3 hours, depending on how much power you're using.
11. Some drones have a range of up to 30 miles, depending on their model.
12. Power source - Some drones require an external power source; others work off internal batteries.
13. Weight - Some drones are lighter than others, while some models can weigh as much as 4 pounds.
14. Size - Drones come in many sizes, from small gadgets that fit in one's hands to large craft that weigh more than 50 lbs.
15. Price - From high-end models that cost thousands of dollars to low-cost options that start at $100, all drones fall under a certain price category.