Infozahyst Pluton EW system tracks mesh modems on Russian UAVs

Infozahyst has upgraded its Pluton signals intelligence system. It can now detect mesh modems that Russian forces use to network their drones, company representatives told Defender Media.

The complex is already codified and in serial production. According to the manufacturer, Pluton integrates with the Plastun-RP-3000 M tactical direction-finding system, which simplifies drone detection, automatically determines their coordinates, and enables subsequent classification.

What new targets Pluton can detect

Pluton is a radio-frequency detection and drone warning complex. Its targets include FPV drones as well as reconnaissance and strike UAVs, specifically Russian Supercam, Zala, Lancet, and Orlan. To identify drones, the complex decodes radio signals and matches the data it collects against an existing database.

Mesh modems used on Russian drones such as Geran, Gerbera, and Molniya allow a communication network to be established between drones and enable telemetry and control signals to be transmitted directly to the operator. The updated Pluton can detect mesh modems on major known frequencies at ranges of up to 70 km.

Complex control via VPN

In addition to expanding radio monitoring capabilities, Infozahyst has implemented a remote access feature in “Pluton”. Via a VPN connection, operators can remotely monitor the system’s operation and partially control it.

This allows the complex to be used as part of remote surveillance and control systems, obtaining air situational awareness without requiring a physical presence at the equipment deployment site.

Infozahyst is a Ukrainian defence company that develops and manufactures hardware and software for electronic intelligence, drone detection, information security and communications protection. Its products include the Khortytsia-M mobile electronic intelligence system, the Minerva wideband receiver and the Plastun-RP3000 direction-finding system.