DroneShield – Global Leader in 'Micro-AI'
- by Patrik Pikola
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DroneShield is a globally recognized leader in counter-drone technology, specializing in the use of 'Micro-AI' for C-UAS (Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems) solutions. In an era where 'AI' is a buzzword, DroneShield believes that focusing on 'Micro-AI' is the right approach to effectively counter drones. This approach redefines edge computing by handling critical tasks without the need for massive infrastructure or high power consumption.
Detecting, tracking and accurately jamming signals in high RF noise environments is an extremely challenging technical problem, the complexity of which is constantly increasing. DroneShield has been developing and deploying 'Micro-AI' architectures for the past six years, which are now delivering results. These solutions can be implemented in devices with extremely low size, weight and power (SWaP) requirements, while allowing for both horizontal and vertical scaling according to customer needs. Unlike the popular large language models (LLMs) and ultra-large models operated by global technology companies, 'Micro-AI' has been developed in a different direction, although the mathematical foundations remain similar.
DroneShield's 'Micro-AI' is trained on rich data collected from test sites and augmented with real-world customer scenarios around the world. This technology is deployed in combination with powerful FPGAs (Field-Programmable Gate Arrays) and industrial GPUs from Nvidia, ensuring high efficiency and performance in real-time drone threat detection and mitigation. As a result, DroneShield sets the standard for airspace security and protection against the ever-evolving threats of unmanned systems.
