People’s Daily, the official newspaper of the Central Committee of the Chinese Communist Party, recently published an article on trends in military applications of drone and counter-drone technology. Below are some key points from the article.
In recent years, drones have frequently appeared in regional conflicts worldwide, making counter-drone operations a new battlefield in global offense and defense.
Currently, counter-drone technologies are categorized into two main types:
- Drone detection and identification technologies: These include radio frequency analyzers, radar, visual/thermal imaging sensors, and acoustic sensors.
- Drone countermeasure technologies: These include communication/navigation system jamming, signal intrusion, aerial interception and ground fire strikes, and laser weapons.
As technology advances, counter-drone technologies are expected to develop in the following directions:
- Higher Intelligence – Artificial intelligence will enhance counter-drone systems’ ability to detect, track, and neutralize drones more quickly and accurately.
- Integrated Systems – Future counter-drone systems will prioritize integration, combining multiple detection and countermeasure technologies into a comprehensive defense system. By integrating radio frequency detection, radar, visual recognition, and laser countermeasures, these systems will provide multi-layered, full-spectrum drone defense. Additionally, integration will enable seamless connectivity with other air defense systems, forming a more robust defense network.
- Improved Portability.
Source: People’s Daily, March 18, 2025
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