Multiple press reports say Israel’s Robel Innovation has introduced Black Raven, an artificial‑intelligence based system designed to detect, track, and intercept hostile drones, an increasingly urgent challenge for the IDF operating in south Lebanon.
According to the Jerusalem Post:
”Black Raven operates through a three‑stage process that begins with long‑range detection, followed by precision tracking using advanced electro‑optical systems and multi‑sensor data fusion, and finally with targeted interception via a dedicated weapons station. That station is built as a universal platform capable of mounting assault rifles, shotguns, machine guns, and other firearms, allowing forces to tailor the system to their operational requirements in the field. A central feature of the system is its dual‑mode operation. Black Raven can function autonomously or be operated manually by a soldier, depending on mission needs. Robel Innovation emphasizes that this flexibility is essential for adapting to rapidly shifting battlefield conditions and varying rules of engagement.”
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https://www.jpost.com/defense-and-tech/article-898470
https://en.globes.co.il/en/article-robel-innovation-launches-counter-drone-system-1001544938