Tel Aviv: As part of the Israeli defence industry effort to offer advanced systems to counter the looming drone threat, two Israeli companies created a joint venture to combine their technologies for the mission.
Sentrycs, developing Protocol Manipulation-based counter-drone technology (often referred to as Cyber over RF), and Xtend, developing human-guided autonomous platforms and operating system (XOS), have announced a strategic partnership aimed at transforming drone security and remote operations for defence and security applications.
This collaboration brings together Sentrycs’ advanced counter-drone solutions with Xtend’s unique technology, enabling customers to accelerate the threat mitigation cycle, ensure an unparalleled level of protection, and significantly enhance operational efficiency in high-stakes environments.
In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, the threat posed by unauthorised drones has become a significant concern for defence and Special Forces operations. The partnership between Sentrycs and Xtend aims to address these challenges by integrating their advanced technologies to offer a robust, comprehensive solution that enhances both security and operational capabilities.
The integration of Sentrycs’ counter-drone systems with Xtend’s autonomous platforms and operating system (XOS) creates a powerful synergy that enhances the capabilities of both technologies. This partnership provides a seamless interface for operators to detect, track, identify and mitigate drone threats while managing remote operations with precision and efficiency.
“Our collaboration with Xtend represents a unique approach in advancing drone security solutions,” said Meir Avidan, VP Business Development and Strategic Partnerships at Sentrycs. “By combining our expertise in counter-drone technology with Xtend’s innovative robotics, we are able to offer a comprehensive solution that addresses the evolving needs of our defence and Special Forces customers, ensuring their safety and operational efficiency.”
Avidan said that the Sentrycs technology will be used to locate the enemy’s drone and Xtend will supply the means to neutralise it , either by one of their drones equipped with a special net or by kinetic kill.
-The writer is an Israel-based freelance journalist. The views expressed are of the writer and do not necessarily reflect the views of Raksha Anirveda
