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Counter-Unmanned Systems (c-UxS)

Supporting the Mission

L3Harris is capable of delivering a comprehensive c-UxS solution, covering every aspect from initial detection and identification to neutralization and analysis, ensuring complete end-to-end protection.

Supporting Counter-UxS Solutions

IDENTIFY

Rapid detection of drone threats, enabling proportionate c-UxS responses. Scalable, agile and flexible for emerging threats.

Learn about CORVUS-RAVEN

TARGET

Advanced stabilization, reliability and stand-off range. High-Accuracy target identification and designation.

Learn more about Sensor Systems and Software

DESTROY

Greatly reduces the cost curve against Group 1-3 small UAV threats. Compatible with various kinetic and non-kinetic effectors.

Learn more about VAMPIRE

GUARD

Integrate radar, RF and electro-optical sensors for robust defense. Actionable intelligence, open architecture, low operational burden.

Learn more about Drone Guardian

DEPLOY

Seamlessly command and control a vast array of autonomous assets. System-of-systems approach controlled by one operator.

Learn more about AMORPHOUS

Revolutionize the Battlefield

L3Harris is not just the leader in creating unmanned autonomous systems. We also offer a variety of effective solutions to defeat unmanned threats in any domain – whether on land, at sea or in the air. Leveraging decades of experience across our enterprise, we innately understand the proliferation of commercial technology is being used in small drone attacks. Our c-UxS products have been effectively proven in combat, reducing the reducing the cost curve while providing our forces with the speed, reliability and flexibility to defeat these growing and constantly evolving threats.

L3Harris WESCAM MX™10D RSTA and VAMPIRE video

Why VAMPIRE?

Designed for defense and counter-UAS operations, VAMPIRE complements the low-cost, low-signature and availability of common non-tactical vehicles (NTVs) and fits in any pickup or vehicle with a cargo bed. Installation can be completed in approximately two hours by two people using common tools. The system can be configured to meet customer-specific requirements with everything housed on the pallet, including a power supply that eliminates the need for a 24-volt alternator on the vehicle. The WESCAM MX-10D RSTA independent stabilized sighting system provides ISR overmatch and can be equipped with Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) or other laser-guided munitions.

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  • Vampire Data Sheet

    VAMPIRE™ Sell Sheet

  • WESCAM MX™-10D RSTA Brochure

    WESCAM MX™-10D RSTA Brochure

Sensor Systems and Software

loaded VAMPIRE and WESCAM MX-10D


The WESCAM MX™-Series EO/IR Sensor Systems from L3Harris offer advanced capabilities that can be integrated across multiple platforms, providing versatile and mission-ready solutions for defense and NATO country partnerships. One such solution is the VAMPIRE system, which exemplifies our commitment to enhancing counter-UAS capabilities. By leveraging these cutting-edge technologies, L3Harris supports the strategic objectives of defense and security, fostering stronger collaborations among NATO allies to address emerging threats effectively.

Multi-Domain Command and Control for Collaborative Autonomy at Scale

AMORPHOUS™ is designed to seamlessly command and control a vast array of autonomous assets, from small fleets to large-scale operations, using a “system of systems” approach. However, this capability also introduces several c-UxS challenges and defense considerations.

Autonomous Underwater Vehicles

A key c-UxS challenge is managing and coordinating diverse unmanned platforms at scale. While AMORPHOUS can operate thousands of autonomous assets simultaneously, it demands robust cybersecurity to prevent cyber-attacks and ensure secure communications. The integration of various platforms requires advanced algorithms to avoid collisions and ensure mission success. Effective defense strategies must also include redundancy and fail-safe mechanisms to address potential system failures.

Military applications:

  • Search and rescue
  • Persistent intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance
  • Complex electronic warfare
  • Precise kinetic effects
     

Commercial applications:

  • Delivery robots
  • Warehouse robotics
  • Environmental monitoring
  • Autonomous construction, farming or mining
AMORPHOUS™ video teaser image of virtual soldier holding a tablet

How can Drone Guardian help you?

Drone Guardian’s baseline capability integrates radar, RF and EO sensors to deliver robust defense against drone threats, enabling timely alerts and informed decision-making for military, law enforcement and security personnel.

The Drone Guardian system offers significant benefits, including:

  • Actionable Intelligence
  • Open Architecture
  • Low Operational Burden
  • Data Fusion
Drone Guardian

L3Harris specializes in providing advanced fuzing and ordnance systems, precision electronic components, subsystems and systems for the Department of Defense and international allies. Our expertise includes the design and manufacture of electronic safe and arm fuzes (ESAFs) and devices (ESADs), ignition safety devices (ISDs), mechanical and electro-mechanical fuzes, and height-of-burst (HOB) / proximity sensors, tailorable for defense and counter-UAS applications.

L3Harris has a 70-year history and has designed, qualified and manufactured millions of fuzing devices for a wide range of platforms, including air-to-air and air-to-ground missiles, penetrators, shoulder-launched munitions, artillery and mortar projectiles, UAVs, rocket motors, ignition safety devices, guided projectiles, 2.75" rockets, 5-inch gun projectiles and general-purpose bombs.

Got Fuzes?

L3Harris has a suite of fuzing and sensors that can be tailored for your team’s needs:

  • ESADs and ESAFs
  • Proximity / Height of Burst Sensors
  • Ignition Safety Devices (ISDs)
  • Penetrators / Hard Target
  • Selectable Effects
  • CHIEF / Embedded Fuzing Systems
  • Flight Termination Safety & Arming (FTSA) Systems

CORVUS: Next-Generation Electronic Warfare

CORVUS-RAVEN provides rapid detection and indication of drone threats, enabling proportionate and effective c-UxS and defense responses. With passive detection capabilities extending up to 4 kilometers and a visual display of bearing for integration with command and control or battle management applications, this lightweight and highly portable solution is ideally suited to address counter-small uncrewed aircraft system (C-sUAS) and integrated air and missile defense (IAMD) challenges on the battlefield. CORVUS-RAVEN ensures that commanders can swiftly identify and neutralize unmanned threats, maintaining a strategic advantage in dynamic combat environments.

The less than 2 kg ICN can be easily integrated into a soldier’s load carrying equipment, enabling multirole, multifunction EW capability from a small form factor.
L3Harris CORVUS-RAVEN in the field with soldier

As the threat landscape rapidly evolves with increasingly agile and unpredictable uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS), L3Harris is staying ahead of this warfighter need with adaptive, integrated counter-UAS solutions (c-UAS) capable of responding in real-time. 

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L3Harris Showcases Counter-Drone Capability to British Soldiers at VANAHEIM

Intelligent, Persistent Surveillance - Shadow Fox

Shadow Fox

Shadow Fox operates UAVs from its aft deck to enhance communications range and situational awareness, relaying full-motion video and data to its command and control (C2) node. It communicates via UHF/VHF, Satcom, 4G and Wi-Fi, with the C2 node integrated into ship or shore systems or available as a portable setup. 

The L3Harris Shadow Fox features include manned and autonomous operations, various sensors, beyond-line-of-sight operations, multiple communications bearers, operator handover, multi-station capability, the reconfigurable ASView™ autonomous control system, underway re-tasking and options for kinetic effectors. The C2 system can be integrated into ship and shore combat management systems or used portably, providing live video to both shore-based and ship C2 control stations and can operate individually or as part of a swarm.

The L3Harris Iver4 580 for UK Royal Navy Project Wilton


REDEFINING THE WAY THE WORLD WORKS AT SEA

L3Harris offer a suite of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs). The Iver4 900 is ideal for long-duration missions and offers robust construction with no shipping restrictions. The Iver4 580 is suited for 300-meter depth surveys with the convenience of hot-swappable batteries. The Iver3 EP Open Systems AUV provides customizable payload options and an intuitive API for enhanced remote operations.

View our IVER Suite of Autonomous Vehicles

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