Dove (drone bomber)

2024: Product Announcement

The newest Russian drone-bomber "Dove" was presented on June 10, 2024 in Moscow. It is equipped with a unique infantry recognition system using a neural network, the developers say.

This unmanned aerial vehicle, developed by the design bureau Stratim"," is able to automatically identify people in military uniform with weapons and conduct accurate bombing.

source = Bespilot Telegram channel

According to the Stratim design bureau, the Pigeon drone is equipped with a payload that includes 12 fragmentation grenade launchers or one 82 mm mine. Ammunition is fixed in the drum on the lower part of the device, which allows the operator to choose the type of weapon depending on the task. The drone uses machine vision technology, which allows it to accurately hover over an object of interest without the participation of an operator, even in high wind conditions.

The developers noted that the Dove is equipped with a command communication system operating in the frequency range, which is not subject to jamming by electronic warfare (electronic warfare) systems. Representatives of "Stratim" said that the drone successfully works in conditions of active use of electronic warfare, dropping ammunition on them without any interference. Such a communication system allows the device to remain in communication and perform tasks even in difficult conditions.

According to representatives of Stratim, the drone is already being used in the zone of special military operation (SVO), where it is being tested in combat conditions. The device has successfully proven itself in the conflict zone, and is currently being prepared for serial production.

Specialists of the Stratim design bureau clarified that the Dove is capable of carrying a payload of up to 6 kg and is equipped with a rotary chamber, which is used both for piloting and for accurate dumping of ammunition. The drone has a range of up to 10 km, a maximum flight altitude of 500 m and a speed of up to 40 km/h, which allows it to perform missions at a considerable distance from the operator.^[1]

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