Flying Drone-Rifle «Strix»

Air fire support for the modern battlefield

Operational necessity:
Modern combined-arms combat requires high-tech autonomous solutions to ensure fire superiority, neutralize enemy personnel, and enhance the maneuverability and effectiveness of military units.
Tactical solution:
The Flying Drone-Rifle «Strix» is an attack unmanned aerial vehicle equipped with automatic firearms, capable of providing fire support for assault groups, conducting counter-assault operations, and performing specialized combat missions.
Mission of the project:
To develop a high-precision unmanned fire support system aimed at enhancing the combat effectiveness of military units and reducing personnel casualties.

Preconditions for creation:
The concept emerged from an analysis of combat operations in urban environments and the experience of using FPV drones.
Development team:
Military personnel, UAV operators, aviation engineers, and specialists in military electronics.
Combat testing:
Prototypes were utilized by special operations units during combat missions to assault fortified enemy positions.
Relevance:
The development is being carried out directly in the context of ongoing combat operations, enabling the incorporation of tactical realities of modern warfare.

No analogues in modern armed forces worldwide.

Recoil stabilization and suppression system enables precise firing in both single-shot and sustained burst modes.

High resistance to electronic warfare (EW) is ensured through alternative communication channels and the ability to control via fiber-optic cable.

Target detection and acquisition system operates using artificial intelligence algorithms.

Modular weapon system allows for the integration of AK-47, M4, FN SCAR, and other small arms models.

Multifunctionality: Capable of performing reconnaissance, suppressing enemy firepoints, providing fire support for assaults, and defending positions.

Drone types: 6, 8, and 12-motor modifications.

Flight range: 10-20 km.

Flight altitude: Up to 3 km.

Flight time: Up to 3 hours.

Effective firing range: 100-300 m.

Magazine capacity: 120 rounds.

Power system: High-capacity lithium-polymer batteries.

Sensors: GPS, accelerometer, barometer, thermal imaging camera.

Automated modes: Reconnaissance, infantry support, mine clearance.

Clearing minefields approaching enemy positions:Use of thermal imaging sensors to detect mines.
Precision destruction of mine barriers using small arms fire.

Supporting assault operationsThe UAV advances first, opening fire on enemy positions.Distracting the enemy and creating chaos in their ranks before the main forces advance.

Defending positions:Deployment as a mobile firing point.

Counter-sniper operations:Detection of enemy snipers in open terrain areas.

Patrolling and guarding strategic facilities:Automated patrolling of designated zones.