The Kazan-based company "Arkodim" has created multi-tasking unmanned tracked platforms "Bratishka" and "Mladshiy".
The "Bratishka" drone was developed for the emergency evacuation of the wounded from the "red" zones under fire. The model has a monocoque body made of steel sheets (the upper layer can be made of armored steel at the request of the customer).
Technical characteristics of the "Bratishka" unmanned tracked platform:
- Weight in running order — 200 kg.
- Drive power — from 7 to 9 kW (9.5-12 hp).
- Speed — from 6 to 12 km/h.
- Load capacity — up to 150 kg.
- Power reserve — up to 6-10 hours (depending on the battery used and the load).
- Radio control system range — 1-2 km.
- Radio control system range with repeater — 10 km or more.
- Fiber optic control — up to 10 km.
- Model height — 30 cm.
- Length — 1.2 m.
- Width — 0.8 m.
Piloting the "Bratishka" does not require lengthy training or special skills. The platform is operated using a VR helmet and a remote control.
The remote control system is implemented directly via the ERLS protocol (an open source radio control protocol developed specifically for FPV drones) at frequencies of 2.4 GHz or 860-915 MHz. A backup communication channel is available. It can be switched to by operator command or automatically in case of signal loss.
The second option is control via a repeater using an encrypted protocol at frequencies of 860-915 MHz. This allows you to increase the range and hide the location of the operator. The repeater can be installed on buildings, trees, poles or UAVs.
The "Bratishka" modification includes a remotely controlled turret for the PKM (Kalashnikov modernized machine gun). It includes:
- Camera guidance system with automatic correction using a rangefinder and accelerometer.
- The ability to select a firing table, depending on the cartridge and type of weapon PMK, PKT, etc.
- Laser rangefinder — up to 1200 meters.
"Mladshiy" is another model of "Bratishka" with other tasks. Its weight is 12 kg, load capacity is up to 25 kg, speed is up to 35 km/h. This unmanned tracked platform is presented in three modifications:
- "Kamikaze" — used to undermine selected targets. Inexpensive, with a small power reserve.
- "Sapper" — designed for remote mining. The power reserve is average.
- "Scout" — created to determine enemy positions, equipped with special equipment. The power reserve is large.
In January of this year, the military tested "Bratishka". The development received high marks. The developers plan to modify both unmanned platforms and increase production volumes.
Earlier, www1.ru reported that the "K-8 Dvushka" stealth drone for electronic warfare systems will be sent to the series.
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