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US Tech Firms Test Hitchhiker Interceptor Drone on Ukraine Frontline

Simon Osuji by Simon Osuji
November 29, 2024
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Two American technology firms have deployed their “revolutionary” Hitchhiker interceptor drone on the Ukrainian frontline to test its effectiveness in real combat situations.

IronNet, an AI-driven cybersecurity company, and Asterion Systems, a manufacturer of counter-drone technologies, have collaborated to develop a platform capable of neutralizing attack drones like the Iranian-made Shaheds.

The platform uses an all-electric propulsion system, offering lower operational and maintenance costs compared to traditional air defense systems, such as the Patriot.

In addition to countering hostile unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), the Hitchhiker can detect, classify, and track aerial threats, enhancing battlefield awareness.

According to IronNet director Mike Hewitt, the Hitchhiker is a true “game-changer” with the potential to shift the dynamics of modern warfare.

Though the drone has already been presented to the Ukrainian military, it remains unclear whether Kyiv will adopt the new system.

Drone Warfare

The war in Ukraine has increasingly evolved into a battle of drones, with both sides relying heavily on UAVs for reconnaissance, strikes, and surveillance.

Early in the conflict, Russia deployed Iranian-made Shahed suicide drones to target critical Ukrainian infrastructure.

In response, Ukraine has ramped up its use of long-range drone technology, enabling it to strike deep within Russian territory.

In May, the Ukrainian military carried out a record-breaking drone strike on a Russian oil refinery nearly 1,200 kilometers (746 miles) from the border.

The country has also unveiled its Palianytsia long-range rocket drone, designed to hit even more distant Russian targets.



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