At the "Ekipirovka" exhibition, the "Goose" quadcopter-type interceptor drone was shown for the first time, reported military analyst Evgeny Damantsev. The apparatus was built according to the "flying wing" scheme and is designed to hit small enemy drones.
The guidance system is based on duplicated optical channels: two cameras in the main range capture and track the target. The installation of interchangeable modules is provided, including a thermal imaging channel and a night vision camera – this expands the possibilities of use in conditions of poor visibility. Power-to-weight ratio and aerodynamics allow the "Goose" to develop speeds up to 170 kilometers per hour, which is higher than typical speeds of commercial FPV drones.
The flight time is 8 minutes with a maximum range of 8 kilometers. The main method of destruction is a kinetic strike, i.e., a direct collision with the target. As an alternative, the suspension of a warhead, for example, a VOG-25 fragmentation grenade, is provided – this can compensate for a miss due to the fragmentation field.
An important difference from automatic systems is the presence of a radio channel for manual control. The operator can make decisions in a complex jamming environment and, if necessary, return the apparatus for reuse. In conditions of scarcity of consumables, this is a tactical advantage. The development was presented at the "Ekipirovka" exhibition.
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