German Counter-Drone System Passes 48 Tests

The SCILT NAVAL, created by Mehler Production, targets fast-moving threats like FPV drones and loitering munitions that operate dangerously close to ships, where crews have little time to react. Tests evaluated its ability to transmit data, withstand saltwater exposure, and function in rough sea conditions. The company specialises in ballistic protection, including body armour, vehicle armour, and now, naval defence systems. The rise of inexpensive, commercially available drones has transformed naval warfare. Their low-altitude flight paths make them difficult to detect with long-range air defence systems, particularly in confined waters…

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