Ukraine Develops Jamming-Resistant Fiber-Optic Combat Drone

Ukrainian engineers have achieved a significant breakthrough in military 无人机技术 with the development of a fiber-optic Tethered drone that operates beyond the reach of electronic warfare systems. The innovation, reported initially by Kyiv Post, represents a potential solution to the growing challenge of electronic warfare (EW) countermeasures that have increasingly limited drone operations in combat zones.
The system’s defining feature is its 12.5-mile fiber-optic tether that replaces traditional radio control links, effectively eliminating its radio frequency signature. “This drone is completely invisible in the radio spectrum. No EW system can locate its launch site or operator,” explains Anton Mogolivets, the chief engineer behind the project. The development comes as a direct response to the intensifying electronic warfare environment, where traditional RF-controlled drones face mounting challenges from sophisticated jamming systems.
Technical specifications of the platform include a 12-pound payload capacity and operational speeds reaching 37.5 mph. Recent testing has extended the drone’s flight endurance from 20 to 46 minutes, significantly expanding its mission capabilities. The system is specifically designed for precision strikes against hardened targets, including enemy electronic warfare installations and armored vehicles equipped with active protection systems.
The Ukrainian-developed system offers compelling economic advantages over existing alternatives. While comparable Chinese-made fiber-optic drones cost approximately $2,500 plus $1,000 for the tether, the Ukrainian variant comes in at $1,800 complete. This cost efficiency becomes particularly significant when considering the high-volume deployment requirements, with individual brigades reportedly requiring thousands of units monthly.
Manufacturing challenges persist, however, as domestic production currently accounts for only 40% of components. The remaining elements, particularly microelectronics, must be sourced internationally, primarily from 中国, highlighting ongoing industrial capacity constraints in 乌克兰‘s defense sector.

Intelligence officer “Tundra” contextualizes the rapid evolution of drone warfare: “With fiber-optic drones, even the most advanced interception systems lose their effectiveness.” However, he also notes the constant technological race, observing that countermeasures typically emerge within three months of any new capability’s deployment.
The system is scheduled for operational deployment with Ukrainian forces in 2025, following successful military trials. This development represents a significant advancement in 无人机技术, particularly in environments where data security and resistance to electronic warfare are paramount.
The trajectory of this innovation underscores the broader transformation of commercial drone technology into sophisticated military tools. As Mogolivets notes, “Before the war, such drones were merely toys. Now, they are formidable weapons.” This evolution reflects the wider trend in modern warfare where adaptability and technological edge increasingly determine battlefield outcomes.
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