Electro Optic Systems (EOS) has demonstrated its Australian made directed energy and kinetic counter-drone capabilities in a field environment, in front of an international audience.
The testing was the first of its kind in Australia, with EOS engaging drones in-flight from a moving vehicle, using the ‘Slinger’ kinetic weapon system. The testing involved destroying drones with machine guns out to 500 metres and lasers beyond 1000 metres, with a high level of accuracy.
The directed energy capability demonstrates EOS’s capabilities in an area of priority for the Defence Advanced Strategic Capability Accelerator (ASCA), and the focus of AUKUS Pillar II, on electronic warfare.
“I am enormously proud of the achievements of the team at EOS, with testing exceeding expectations on all counter-drone systems. Drones are a threat in military and civilian environments right now," said Matt Jones, Executive Vice President of EOS Defence Systems.
"Counter-drone capabilities, like those developed by EOS, are becoming increasingly essential, and will save the lives of our allies, or perhaps our own Defence Force personnel in the future. EOS’ directed energy capability has significant export potential, adding to Australia’s strategic weight and the reputation of Australian defence industry.”
Initially designed for export, these capabilities have generated interest from potential customers in North America, Europe, the Middle East, and South-east Asia.