Overview

• The Radiofrequency Directed Energy Weapon (RF DEW) uses high-frequency radio waves to disrupt drones' electronics, causing them to malfunction or crash.
• In the largest counter-drone swarm exercise conducted by the British Army, the weapon neutralized over 100 drones, including two swarms in a single engagement.
• The RF DEW system demonstrated near-instantaneous effects at a range of up to 1 km, with an estimated cost of just 10p per shot.
• The UK government has invested over £40 million in the development of RF DEW technology, supporting 135 jobs in Northern Ireland and South East England.
• Further development is planned to enhance the weapon's range and power, with the potential to integrate it into the UK's layered air defense strategy.