Fortem Technologies develops the SkyDome® System, an integrated counter-unmanned aerial system (C-UAS) that utilizes TrueView® radar and autonomous DroneHunter® interceptors to detect and neutralize drone threats in various environments. This technology addresses the increasing risk of unauthorized drones in sensitive airspace, ensuring safety for military, government, and commercial operations.
Funding
$69.2M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Unauthorized drones pose an increasing threat to sensitive airspace, creating safety risks for military, government, and commercial operations. Existing counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS) often lack the necessary integration and real-time responsiveness to effectively neutralize these threats in diverse environments.
Solution
Fortem Technologies offers the SkyDome System, an integrated, end-to-end C-UAS solution designed for airspace awareness and drone mitigation. The system utilizes TrueView radar, a high-performance active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar with AI at the edge, for precise 3D detection and tracking of drone threats. Autonomous DroneHunter interceptors, guided by TrueView radar, can then be deployed to safely capture or neutralize these threats, minimizing collateral damage. The SkyDome Manager software integrates these components, providing a comprehensive command and control interface for airspace security.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes military and government organizations, law enforcement agencies, airport authorities, and commercial entities responsible for securing critical infrastructure, public venues, and other sensitive areas against unauthorized drone activity.
Features
- TrueView radar family: R40, R30, and R20 models offering varying ranges and SWaP (size, weight, and power) characteristics, all featuring AESA technology and AI-powered micro-Doppler classification for accurate drone detection and low false alarms.
- DroneHunter F700: An autonomous interceptor drone with TrueView R20 radar for target acquisition, capable of capturing or neutralizing a wide range of drone threats, from small quadcopters to larger fixed-wing aircraft.
- NetGuns: Modular attachments for DroneHunter F700, deploying nets to capture target drones, with options for tethered capture of smaller drones or drogue parachute deployment for larger drones.
- DroneHangar: An automated launch deck and secure, weatherproof storage unit for DroneHunter interceptors, ensuring rapid deployment and continuous readiness.
- SkyDome Manager: Command and control software providing a centralized interface for airspace monitoring, threat assessment, and deployment of mitigation measures, integrating with existing C2 systems via open API.
- ThreatAware: Smart filtering within SkyDome Manager that prioritizes tracked objects posing the highest risk, enabling efficient threat response.
- Autonomous Modes: DroneHunter operates in pursue, attack, and defense modes, adapting its tactics based on threat characteristics and pre-defined defense points.
- STAP (Space-Time Adaptive Processing): Advanced algorithms within TrueView radars enable operation in cluttered environments, filtering out environmental noise and ground clutter.