DroneDefender, a portable counter-drone system developed by Dedrone. Utilizing radio-frequency (RF) jamming, DroneDefender provides a non-kinetic method for neutralizing unmanned aerial threats, primarily commercial drones. Continue reading DroneDefender Counter-Drone System (US)
Epirus Leonidas, a cutting-edge counter-drone system developed by Epirus Inc. Utilizing high-power microwave (HPM) technology, Leonidas offers a non-kinetic solution for neutralizing unmanned aerial systems, particularly drone swarms. Continue reading Epirus Leonidas Counter-Drone System (US)
The Coyote Block 2 counter-drone system is a kinetic interceptor developed by Raytheon Technologies. Designed for military air defense, the system aims to neutralize unmanned aerial threats, particularly small and medium-sized drones. Continue reading Coyote Block 2 Counter-Drone System (US)
Ukraine’s experience confirm the benefits and effectiveness of air defence as a fluid, networked endeavor where adaptability and innovation are as vital as technological sophistication. These principles – mobility, layered integration, resourceful modernization, and joint-domain synergy – provide a blueprint for countering advanced aerial threats in contested environments. Continue reading Air Defence as a Fluid and Networked Joint Endeavor
This article provides a detailed technical comparison of these two systems, examining their underlying architecture, technical specifications, and operational capabilities. Continue reading David’s Sling vs. SAMP/T Air and Missile Defense Systems Comparison
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This article presents a technical comparison of the combat performance of the U.S. Patriot and the European SAMP/T air defense systems for the period 2020–2025. Continue reading Patriot vs. SAMP/T: Air and Missile Defense Systems Comparison
The safeguarding of friendly forces and assets from aerial threats remains a paramount concern in modern warfare. Air defense, as a direct counter to aerial warfare, encompasses a wide array of weapon systems, sensor technologies, command and control arrangements, and passive measures designed to nullify or diminish the effectiveness of hostile air actions. Continue reading Air Defense Strategy: A “Playing to Win” Approach
The landscape of gun-based air defense artillery systems has undergone significant transformation throughout military history, with recent developments indicating a renaissance for these platforms despite the proliferation of missile-based systems. Current analysis reveals that gun-based systems maintain critical relevance in modern integrated air defense architectures due to their cost-effectiveness, rapid response capabilities, and effectiveness against emerging threats like drones and loitering munitions. Continue reading Gun-Based Air Defense Systems: Past, Present and Future
Denne oversikten dekker de viktigste aspektene av artikkelen og gir innsikt i Europas fremgang innen laserstyrte energivåpen. Continue reading Store europeiske laserprosjekter med mål om operative systemer innen 2030
European nations are making significant strides in the development of laser-directed energy weapons (LDEWs) as part of their broader efforts to modernize defense capabilities. These systems, designed to counter emerging threats such as drones, missiles, and artillery, are being prioritized due to their cost-effectiveness, operational flexibility, and potential to complement traditional kinetic weapons. Continue reading European Developments in Laser Directed Energy Weapons: Projects, Prototypes, and Strategic Roadmap
The landscape of European ground based air defense (GBAD) has undergone significant transformation in recent years, with leading European nations increasingly prioritizing the development and deployment of advanced air defense capabilities. Continue reading European Prioritization of Ground Based Air Defenses: Strategic Initiatives and National Approaches
Det europeiske luftforsvarslandskapet har gjennomgått betydelige endringer de siste årene, der ledende europeiske nasjoner har tilpasset sine prioriteringer og investeringer for å møte nye sikkerhetsmessige utfordringer. Continue reading Hvordan Europa prioriterer bakkebasert luftforsvar
Denne artikkelen fra VG illustrerer en tydelig oppfordring til raskere opprustning og modernisering av det norske luftvernet, der både tidligere forsvarssjefer og politiske ledere peker på viktigheten av å styrke nasjonal kapasitet, redusere forsinkelser i anskaffelsesprosesser og sikre et robust forsvar for den nære fremtiden. Continue reading Om Langtidsplanen og veien fremover – Luftvern først
By defining systems according to their range, the technology can be tailored to ensure that every segment of the airspace—from local to extreme distances—is adequately covered. Continue reading Defining Air Defence
For å forstå og klassifisere luftvern er det nyttig å se på dem gjennom flere dimensjoner: oppdrag, måltyper, rekkevidder og våpenteknologier. Continue reading Hvordan definere luftvern?
Selskapet Eurosam – et samarbeid mellom det franske selskapet MBDA og den franske sensorprodusenten Thales – presenterte nylig sin nyeste luftvernløsning, kalt SAMP/T NG. Continue reading Neste generasjon SAMP/T markedsføres i Midtøsten
Innledning Luftvern spiller en avgjørende rolle i Norges forsvarsevne, særlig i lys av økende sikkerhetspolitiske utfordringer. Forsvarsanalysen 2025 fremhever viktige funn og anbefalinger knyttet til luftvern, med fokus på eksisterende sårbarheter og nødvendige tiltak for å styrke landets forsvar. Analysen peker på manglende lagdelt luftvern, behovet for langtrekkende missilforsvar og økt satsing på drone-mottiltak. Videre belyses mulighetene for nordisk forsvarssamarbeid og viktigheten av bedre integrasjon … Continue reading Luftvern og Forsvarsanalysen 2025 (FFI)
Europas luftforsvarsprioriteringer har gått fra moderate til betydelige investeringer etter 2022, mens USA har opprettholdt en jevn utviklingskurve med fokus på globalt forsvar. Continue reading Sammenligning av utviklingen i bakkebaserte luftforsvarssystemer i Europa og USA (2010–2025)
Since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, air defense has become a cornerstone of Ukraine’s survival and resistance. Faced with relentless missile barrages, drone attacks, and aerial threats, Ukraine has relied on both its existing Soviet-era systems and modern Western technology to protect its cities, military infrastructure, and civilian population. Continue reading The Crucial Role of Air Defense in Times of War
The IRIS-T SL (Infra Red Imaging System Tail/Thrust Vector Controlled – Surface Launched) represents one of the most modern and capable short- to medium-range air defence systems available today. Developed by the German company Diehl Defence, the IRIS-T SL is designed to combat a wide range of modern air threats with high precision and mobility. The system is based on the successful IRIS-T air-to-air missile and extends its capabilities to the surface-to-air domain. Continue reading IRIS-T SL Air Defence System
