The drone detection capabilities or Roark are built around our incredibly versatile, Western made, Aero-Ark device. The Aero-Ark performs three main detection functions:
- Identify UA’s via their publicly displayed information. This can be either ADSB or RiD (Remote ID). The Aero-Ark continuously scans the 970 & 1090 MHz channels for ADSB packets, filtering by type to display only UA’s. In addition the Aero-Ark scans the 2.4GHz to 5.8GHz (including BLE) spectrum from RiD packets, utilizing AI to identify the specific frequency channels used by specific drone manufacturers.
- Identify UA’s by their non standard messaging packets. This is typically used for identifying sub 249g UA’s as well as older DJI/Parrot models. Channel scanning is performed on known used channels in the BLE and WiFi 2.4Ghz-5.8Ghz channels. Packets are filtered by known MAC addresses of specific devices/manufacturers and decrypted using our on-device processing.
- Identify “dark drones” using passive radar techniques and micro doppler analysis. The Aero-Ark uses the 1090MHz and L-Band frequency bands as both reflector and reference channels offering vast coverage with highly available assets. The on-board FPGA combined with our in-house trained models are able to accurately identify not only the drone location but also it’s speed, heading, manufacturer and potential payload.
The Aero-Ark is designed to be incredibly flexible in it’s deployment types. It can be used as 360 degree sentry based model, can be attached to a vehicle or carried by hand due to it’s lightweight yet rugged shell.
Connectivity is provided by a multitude of choices including SATCOM, LTE, WIFi or PoE.
Our open architecture allows you to combine other technologies including PTZ cameras or the output of our own WAMI / Hyperspectral Imaging programmes.
Screens can be attached for on-site monitoring or alternatively accessed via secure IP link.
Technical Specifications
- Intel i7 Processor, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD Memory
- NVIDIA TX2 FPGA
- Aero-Ark Octo Rx Daughter Board
- Trans-Ark 400MHz- 2.2Ghz Full Duplex (120Mhz Instant Bandwidth)
- Trans-Ark 1.2Ghz- 6.0Ghz full Duplex (120Mhz instant Bandwidth)
- L-Band Patch Antenna
- Omni Directional 2.4GHz and 5Ghz Antenna
- LTE Antenna
- ADSB 1090 Antenna
- IP67 Durable Case with optional deployable Wheels
- Mounting Bracket for Fixed Deployment
- Connectivity- LTE, L-BAND SATCOM, WiFi, PoE, Starlink, 60Ghz
- Power- PoE, Region Specific Mains Adapter, 2 x TB65 Batteries, (Optional Solar Unit)
Statistics
- Lightning Rating: IEC61000-4-5 6KV
- Electromagnetic Compatibility: This equipment meets electromagnetic compatibility requirements and also meets below criteria:
Europe:
EN 55032: 2015
EN 55024: 2010+A1:2015
EN 61000-3-2: 2014
EN 61000-3-3: 2013
United States:
47 CFR Part 15, Subpart B:2016 - Approx Power Consumption: Approx. 70W
- Input Voltage: Voltage range: 100V AC ~ 240V AC
- Operating Temperature: -30°C to +50°C (without solar radiation)
‘-30°C to +45°C (with solar radiation) - Relative Humidity: 5% RH ~ 100% RH
- Absolute Humidity: 1 g/m3 ~ 30 g/m3
- Atmospheric Pressure: 70 kPa ~ 106 kPa
- Dimensions: 330 mm(H) × 285 mm (W)× 130 mm (D)
- Weight: 7Kg
Manufactured in the UK and United States.
Purchasing Options
Due to the ease of set-up and deployment, the Aero-Ark can be purchased directly OTS using credit or debit card at a cost of £22,590 ex Taxes. If you prefer an invoice method for payment please contact info@roark-aerospace.com with your requirements.
If you are seeking a multi-deployment setup, leasing or in-house network options please contact our sales team directly