The Russian corporation Almaz-Antey announced the launch of pilot production of a light drone for
The situation was commented by an expert in the field of unmanned aircraft Denis Fedutinov. According to him, small-sized drones, especially multicopters, were in great demand by the military.
The important thing is that it will be a drone of the Russianproduction, and not an imported device. The expert stressed that the production of new drones by Russian companies will not only close the existing shortage of these aircraft, but also ensure the systematic replenishment of systems that are naturally out of order; this "provides the best solution to the problem, compared to the proposed import."
It is reported that video display, controldrone, the flight task will be entered from a mobile phone, tablet or laptop. The device will receive ownership identification tools, encrypted control and video transmission channels.
The prototype has high strength andlow weight due to the use of carbon fiber and filled polymers, additive technologies in the production of components. The speed that the new drone will be able to develop is 120 km / h, and it also has better maneuverability characteristics. These devices can be operated at high wind loads and negative temperatures.