Russia creates a repeater balloon for FPV drones

The Russians have created a balloon that will relay signals to FPV drones, making it possible to use drones over much greater distances.

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Over the next two months, a repeater balloon designed to increase the range of FPV drones is scheduled to be tested in the Russian-occupied territory of Ukraine.

The developers claim that the device will be able to transmit a signal for drones over a distance of up to 40 km, and in theory - up to 70 km.

The balloon is made of low-pressure polyethylene, which does not show up on radar systems, and is equipped with a video camera. Its shape is streamlined to avoid detection on radar - the balloon can only be seen at a distance of up to 500 m.

It is noted that the aerostat will operate from the rear area, amplifying the signal for drones performing tasks outside the front line.

Earlier, the occupiers also presented their own "Ghoul" repeater drone equipped with a communication relay station. Thanks to this technology, the flight range of attack drones is significantly increased. The "Ghoul" receives a signal from the control station and transmits it to another attack drone, providing feedback.

Source: Militarnyi