CNS Solutions & Support, a member of the Frequentis Group, announced on 16 July 2024 that it has completed the development of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV)-based chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) reconnaissance and surveillance system (RSS).
The system was developed on behalf of selected EU ministries of defence in the context of the European Defence Industrial Development Programme (EDIDP) CBRN-RSS project, co-funded by the European Union.
Frequentis Group explained in a press release that it has developed an innovative data fusion cell (DFC) to integrate sensor and uncrewed system data, through its incident crisis management (ICM) technology. The DFC serves as a centralised hub, seamlessly integrating information from various sources, including sensors and UAVs, facilitating comprehensive analysis and rapid decision making.
“Our DFC has transformed CBRN defence in Europe, empowering military personnel with real-time intelligence to respond swiftly and effectively to emerging threats,” Peter Skiczuk, vice president of defence for Frequentis, was quoted as saying.
“CNS is dedicated to enhancing CBRN defence technologies. Future phases will focus on readiness for full military deployment, ensuring continued security for European nations,” added Stefan Ringsmuth, managing director of CNS Solutions & Support GmbH.
The adoption of state-of-the-art technologies such as UAVs equipped with sensors and uncrewed robotic vehicles heralds a new era in CBRN defence. These uncrewed assets swiftly detect and assess hazardous substances, mitigating risks to human personnel. By leveraging data fusion and real-time analysis, commanders can gain critical insights to make informed decisions, ensuring the safety of both military personnel and civilians.
“Normally, it would take us two hours to achieve this result. With the use of these modern technologies, we can reduce this time to 40 to 45 minutes, and we don’t have to bring soldiers directly to the source of danger, as this is taken over by robots and drones,” said Colonel Schlechter, Commander of the CBRN Defence Center/Austria (ÖBH).
