Nizhny Novgorod's TsNII "Burevestnik" has developed a remotely controlled combat module for combating drones, which hits targets by detonating a projectile directly in the air. Documentation for the new product was published in the FIPS database on April 30.
The key feature is a programmable fuse. The system calculates shot parameters and sets the detonation moment in flight, forming a directed shrapnel cloud. This allows for effective engagement of small and fast targets, including UAVs.
The module is mounted on a rotating platform and supports various weapon types up to 30 mm caliber. It includes an ammunition feeding system, digital control, and a remote operator console.
Targeting is fully automated. The complex independently tracks the target and reduces reaction time. The operator is effectively excluded from the aiming process, which reduces the influence of the human factor.
A separate solution is the rejection of radar stations and laser rangefinders. This reduces unmasking signs and increases the system's survivability in position. The module is also capable of operating as part of a network, distributing targets among installations and reducing the load on the drives.
