Feb 12, 2026 11:13 AM
As kamikaze drones continue to reshape modern warfare, Russian troops are testing an unusual countermeasure: a ground robot fitted with spinning “fans” designed to swat incoming unmanned aerial vehicles out of the sky.
As kamikaze drones continue to reshape modern warfare, Russian troops are testing an unusual countermeasure: a ground robot fitted with spinning “fans” designed to swat incoming unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) out of the sky.
Footage shared online shows the Depesha robotic vehicle wrapped in a steel grille and rotating shafts with thin cables, creating a moving barrier around the platform.
The setup appears aimed at mechanically disrupting or destroying small drones before they can strike.
Read the full story on NextGen Defense: Russia Explores Spinning ‘Fan’ Defense to Swat Kamikaze Drones
Russia•counter drone technology•counter drone system•autonomous aerial vehicle•counter-drone•counter‑drone system
Comments
Powered by RoundtableBuilt on infrastructure designed for real-time media. Learn more at RTB.io.© Roundtable 2026. By using this site you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy