Honeywell SAMURAI Counter-Drone System Proves Effective Against Simulated Aerial Threats

Honeywell Aerospace demonstrated its AI-driven counter-drone system, SAMURAI, at the CENTCOM's EXTiC 26-2 event. The demonstration showcased the system's effectiveness in detecting and mitigating simulated aerial threats during both static and on-the-move operations.

The company acted as lead systems integrator for the demonstration, pairing customer-selected sensors and effectors with its AI-driven counter-UAS software. This integration proved successful in countering rapidly evolving drone threats, taking an open, adaptable, and layered approach.

SAMURAI is designed to operate from a vehicle traveling up to 70 mph (113 km/h) or from a fixed position, and can counter Group 1 to 3 drone swarms, including low-signature 'dark' drones. The system has previously been trialed from a ground vehicle and from sensors mounted on an aerostat above 1,000 feet.