Counter-Drone Defense: Engineering the Shield Against UAV Threats

Explore how engineers can design modular, multi-layered counter-UAS architectures to detect, track, and neutralize aerial threats, backed by traceable supply chains, and lifecycle programs for mission-ready defense systems.
Jan. 27, 2026

Remote-Controlled and Unmanned Systems are revolutionizing battlefield dynamics. Neutralizing these threats demands layered, modular, and adaptable defense solutions. This whitepaper explores a comprehensive solution for counter-UAS applications, including detection, electronic warfare, directed energy, and kinetic interceptors. Readers will discover how AI and advanced sensors enhance threat tracking and classification, while validated components, resilient supply chains, and lifecycle programs ensure systems remain effective against evolving UAV threats. Engineers and defense leaders will gain practical insights into designing smarter counter-drone systems that strike the perfect balance between performance, flexibility, and long-term mission success.