The technology companies Rohde & Schwarz and TRUMPF SE + Co. KG have announced a strategic partnership for the development and provision of a comprehensive and nationally produced drone defense solution. This collaboration combines the drone defense solution of Rohde & Schwarz in the field of electromagnetics, radar sensor technology, and the laser technology of TRUMPF. This enables detection, tracking, and defense against the growing threat posed by drones across various platforms. The expertise of both companies aims to provide customers with defense against drone-based threats. Rohde & Schwarz will integrate TRUMPF's high-energy laser system into a complete drone defense ecosystem.
We are proud to work with TRUMPF to offer a sovereign solution for drone defense,” says Dr. Alexander Orellano, Head of Division Technology Systems at Rohde & Schwarz. “This collaboration consolidates the strengths of both companies to address critical security needs. Investments in European defense, particularly in drone defense technology, are of utmost importance.
Our laser technology, our expertise in beam guidance and shaping, as well as our internally established supply chain of system-critical subcomponents provide a highly innovative solution for drone defense,” explains Dr. Hagen Zimer, Executive Board Member responsible for laser technology at TRUMPF. “The combination with the drone defense expertise of Rohde & Schwarz enables us to deliver a truly effective and integrated solution to protect critical infrastructures and secure sensitive areas.
Both companies are aware of the importance of using their technologies purely defensively to address the new security risks – a responsibility they now share together.
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