Elysion C-UxS Flexible Site Protection
Flexible drone detection and protectionThe challenge
Critical infrastructure, military sites and other high-value assets are exposed to an ever-increasing threat from small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS).
To counter these threats, a flexible and tailored C-UAS solution is required to enable reliable and seamless drone detection as well as protection of the relevant area. Furthermore, these systems must be equipped for 24/7 operation under all environmental conditions with a high detection rate and low false alarm rates.
A flexible counter-UAS system must also combine multiple sensor and effector technologies with the capabilities of a powerful C2 system.
Our solution
HENSOLDT’s Elysion C-UxS Flexible Site Protection is a modular and easily deployable solution using sensors and effectors installed on tripods for protection against sUAS over large areas, such as military airbases. Specifically tailored to individual customer requirements, the multi-system solution consists of various sensors to ensure a wide detection layer and minimise detection gaps. Various effectors are also integrated, which enable suitable engagement measures in peacetime situations as well as in alliance and national defence scenarios.
The core intelligence of the system is the powerful C2 software, Elysion Mission Core, that enables the control and activation of all sensors and effectors by only one operator. The high level of automation, various support and assistance functions ensure fast reaction times and effective use of personnel resources. The operator workstation and software can be integrated as required into the customer infrastructure.
Features and benefits
Features
- Modular and scalable mix of sensors and effectors installed on tripods for highly flexible site protection
- Drone detection by appropriate sensors (radar, EO/IR camera, RF direction finder etc.)
- Drone protection by appropriate effectors (RF/GNSS jammer, interceptor drones, hard-kill options etc.)
- Command and control functionality and situational awareness with the C2 software Elysion Mission Core
- Overall system operation by only one operator possible
- Standardised IT infrastructure for optimised system performance
- Setup is easily configured for different use cases and situations – both for peacetime and alliance and national defence scenarios
- Designed for 24/7 operation under various environmental conditions
Benefits
- C-UAS-specific C2 software and suitable sensor and effector setup focussed on site protection
- Easily adaptable system architecture for peacetime and alliance and national defence scenarios
- Highly flexible, customisable configuration of the sensor and effector mix according to specific current and future requirements
- Intuitive, map-based operational picture for improved situational awareness
- Comprehensive support and assistance functions for high level of automation (e.g. data fusion)
- Minimal personnel requirements as only one operator required
- Low downtime rates and minimal required maintenance effort
- Intuitive usability enables short training times for operators and administrators, also for non-military personnel
- Interconnectivity of multiple C-UAS systems over large areas
- Futureproof system due to expandability with further devices
- Field-proven in scenarios with over 20 integrated devices in 24/7 operation on a military air base