Rafael has integrated Sentrycs’ protocol-based counter-drone technology into its Drone Dome system, enhancing how it detects and neutralizes aerial threats.
The integration adds Sentrycs’ “Cyber over RF” layer, which connects directly to a drone’s communication link. This allows the Drone Dome to identify both the drone and its operator in real time, even when facing frequency-hopping signals.
Once a signal is detected, the system immediately begins tracking. It can adapt to unfamiliar or modified platforms without relying on preloaded signal libraries.
“By analyzing the protocol-level communication between drone and operator, the system offers advanced situational awareness, including operator location estimation, capabilities essential in complex, dynamic threat environments,” Sentrycs stated.
Next-Gen Threat Detection
Drone Dome is a modular, combat-proven counter-unmanned aerial system used to protect military bases, borders, critical infrastructure, and law enforcement.
It brings together radar, signal intelligence, electro-optical sensors, jamming systems, and a centralized command-and-control center to deliver 360-degree, all-weather coverage.
With Sentrycs’ tech on board, Drone Dome gains sharper filtering, able to spot unauthorized drones more accurately, cut false alarms, and avoid interference with friendly systems.
Once a threat is confirmed, the system takes control of the hostile drone and guides it to a designated landing zone using protocol-based mitigation. This approach minimizes disruption to nearby networks or authorized aerial activity.
“We are honored to cooperate with Rafael and to have our Cyber over RF technology integrated into the Drone Dome system,” said Meir Avidan, Vice President of Business Development and Strategic Partnerships at Sentrycs.
“This collaboration offers unmatched precision, safety, and operational effectiveness against evolving drone threats. Sentrycs continues to advance its mission of enabling smarter, more secure airspace management through intelligent, non-disruptive counter-drone solutions.”
