Drone identification system UA DroneID reduces friendly fire incidents by 90%

The safe identification and coordination system for unmanned aerial vehicles, UA DroneID, developed by Aerorozvidka and Cossack Labs, has reduced incidents of “friendly fire” involving drones by 90%, Aerorozvidka announced during the system’s presentation at Defence Tech Valley.

UA DroneID was created in 2023 and was immediately deployed on the front line. The system transmits real-time data, displays friendly assets in combat IT systems, including DELTA, sends telemetry and mission information, and records operational outcomes, including confirmation of hits or losses.

The system operates across a variety of platforms, including fixed-wing reconnaissance drones, bombers, interceptors, as well as ground and naval robotic units. Over 15 manufacturers have already been integrated into the ecosystem, with several dozen more in the process of connection.

Within the project, Cossack Labs is responsible for protocol architecture, cryptography, and telemetry protection; the Ministry of Digital Transformation assists manufacturers with integration; the Ministry of Defence coordinates the process and sets requirements; and the NGO Aerorozvidka, together with the Centre for Innovation and Development of Defence Technologies, connects manufacturers and implements the solution in DELTA.

The next steps outlined by the developers include scaling the protocol, expanding the list of compatible platforms, improving positioning accuracy, and enhancing security, including the physical protection of modules in case they are captured by the enemy.