| Developers: | St. Petersburg Federal Research Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences |
| Date of the premiere of the system: | November 2023 |
| Branches: | Telecommunications and Communications |
2023: Product Announcement
On November 7, 2023, specialists from the St. Petersburg Federal Research Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences (St. Petersburg Federal Research Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences) announced the development of a specialized unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) called the Raven. With its help, it is possible to quickly expand the wireless coverage of a certain area from the air, which is not covered by cellular or satellite networks.
The developers note that situations often arise when it is necessary to provide communication in the absence of mobile or satellite communications. These can be, for example, search operations, emergency circumstances, etc. Typically, terrestrial repeaters are used to increase the coverage area. However, if the area is covered with hills, forests and other objects that prevent the propagation of a radio signal, then the capabilities of such equipment can be greatly reduced. The drone "Raven" allows you to solve the problem.
The drone can rise to the required altitude, acting as an air repeater of the wireless signal. "Raven" can be in the air for up to 30 minutes. It is claimed that existing analogues fly for no more than 20 minutes. The Russian developers managed to achieve an increase in battery life due to optimization and lightening the design of the drone itself. At the same time, the UAV is capable of carrying 1.5-2 kg of payload - this corresponds to the mass of the signal repeater with the corresponding mount.
Another advantage of the "Crow" is the convenient control system. It consists of a special helmet, which displays a picture from the camera, and a joystick. Such a set, according to the creators, allows you to significantly simplify the movement of the drone in space and make the control process more intuitive.
 | Our development can be used to solve various problems in difficult or difficult-to-reach areas. "Raven" can quickly increase the coverage area of wireless communication. Then you can also quickly return the drone to the base or move to another territory where you need to provide communication, "says Anton Savelyev, head of the laboratory of autonomous robotic systems at St. Petersburg Federal Research Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences.[1] |  |
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