Ukraine is deploying a «Wall of Drones» to intercept the Shahed«

Ukraine is preparing to deploy a «Drone Wall» to intercept UAVs

According to the report Business Insider, Ukraine is preparing to deploy a new air defence system - the so-called «The wall of drones», developed by the French company Atreyd. The system is designed to intercept primarily Shahids, the massive strike drones that Russia regularly uses.

According to the publication, Atreyd works autonomously based on artificial intelligenceThe platform detects, classifies and coordinates autonomous drones to intercept threats. One operator be able to control up to 100 drones simultaneously, The system is designed to cover large areas and respond quickly to massive attacks. The system is expected to be operational by in the coming weeks.

How it works

The concept is to create a network of low-cost autonomous interceptor drones that detect and destroy attacking UAVs. Unlike traditional air defence systems, the «wall» is designed to cover a wide area and a large number of targets simultaneously, reducing the burden on missile systems and electronic warfare.

Why it's important now

Russia's Shakhtys are relatively cheap and numerous drones that complicate the work of traditional air defence systems. Massive attacks by such drones cause serious damage to civilian and energy infrastructure. New approaches (autonomous interceptors, electronic warfare systems, integration with air defences) allow for a multi-level defence that is better able to respond to waves of attacks.

Limitations and challenges

Experts note several potential problems:

• AI reliability in the field and the risk of false alarms.

• LogisticsThe need for a fleet of drones, batteries, maintenance and quick replacement of devices.

• Legal and ethical issues regarding the autonomous use of lethal force (if the interceptors are armed), as well as the risk of escalation.

• Integration with existing air defence and electronic warfare systems is a technically challenging but critical process.

The context of cooperation

The deployment of such systems is part of a wider strategy to combine Western technology with local platforms, speed up deliveries and build up domestic production and maintenance capabilities. At the same time, Ukraine is testing other solutions, such as electronic warfare and UAV-based interception networks.