A collection of C-UAS content curated by D-Fend Solutions
Selected news, content, incidents, and information about C-UAS, and the counter-drone world, from a D-Fend perspective, based on our vision of enabling a flourishing and secure drone-powered society by safely defending against rogue drone threats.
SAIC’s Billy Jackson, Business Development Director, discusses how SAIC provides full life-cycle counter-UAS (CUAS) services and solutions. “We have partner companies that contribute to our Valkyrie system and overall CUAA strategy. Right now, we have over 40 sensors and effectors that we've integrated, such as D-Fend Solutions.”
When it comes to defeating enemy unmanned aircraft, one size does not fit all. When discussing military counter-unmanned aircraft systems, one phrase keeps popping up: There’s no silver bullet. Blowing up drones doesn’t work in all locations. That’s where effectors such as D-Fend Solutions’ EnforceAir, which can take over rogue or enemy drones, come into play.
Round-up of Counter-UAV Technologies, including RF cyber-takeover, which forces a safe landing, minimizes the risk of collateral damage, and is particularly suited to urban areas.
In support of accelerating its momentum and growth both globally and specifically in the US, D-Fend Solutions has appointed a team of aerospace and defense, national security, and law enforcement industry professionals to oversee US strategy, operations, sales, partnerships, service delivery, and implementations out of the company’s Virginia office.
The Spanish article addresses the value of adaptable counter-drone technology complying with evolving regulations to combat the growing threat of hostile drones, highlighting the role of RF cyber C-UAS technology in mitigating risks near airports, recent actions by policy makers and regulators to address rogue drones, and various drone threats.
Staying in Control: The Lifecycle of Rogue Drone Incidents
Shifting the Power Back to Protectors & Defenders
Based on a wide range of counter-UAS scenarios, the Rogue Drone Incident Life Cycle framework is useful in analyzing incidents and possible outcomes for operational and security professionals. In this White Paper, Dawn Zoldi (Colonel, USAF Ret.), UAS and C-UAS Author, Speaker, and Expert, presents the descriptive framework to describe a UAS incident and C-UAS response using four progressive stages during which protectors and defenders can take action to intervene with various expected outcomes from different technologies and tools.
Marina is an experienced sales executive, with vast skills in business development, lead generation and sales. Marina joined D-Fend more than three years ago and has successfully expanded the company’s presence in countries across Europe and Asia. Before D-Fend, she had over 20 years of experience in security, telecom, cyber, and retail, working with Corning Inc., Cellebrite, and ASOCS. Marina graduated from Tel Aviv University, with a degree in business management and marketing.
Currently she works with many of D-Fend’s international customers and partners, finding and developing the right channel partners for the target market, and reaching out to potential new end-users. She has managed many sales engagements, with proven and successful results. Fluent in English, Russian and Hebrew, Marina is also an avid swimmer and enjoys hiking and traveling.
“I am extremely proud to be part of the D-Fend family. The company has become a leader in counter-drone solutions. In 2020, I had multiple job opportunities, but once I learned about the company, met the D-Fenders, and experienced the good vibe in the company, it was an easy decision for me to join. I look forward to the company’s continued growth with more delighted customers.”
Join Philip Butterworth-Hayes, Editor of Unmanned Airspace and renowned consultant on Air Traffic Management, Aviation Safety, and Civil and Military Aviation, as he navigates the maze of Counter-UAS and explores the potential of a new generation approach
D-Fend Solutions’ Ilana Brodesky, Aviation Business Development Director, and Mark Rutherford, Director for UK Airports & Government Business will join Dawn Zoldi to address the significant risk of dangerous drones at airports.
