The Ukrainian firm Unwave has unveiled its innovative electronic warfare system, CVN 'Boat-2', designed to shield vehicles from drones. This information is available on the company's website.
The solution is structured as a rooftop box that attaches to standard railings, functioning effectively while in motion or at stationary positions. The design maintains the civilian appearance of the vehicle.
'The system in the format of a roof rack allows for universal installation on any vehicle,' emphasizes the manufacturer.
The manufacturer indicates that the system was developed as a ready-to-use practical solution for quick deployment and stable performance.
According to the claimed specifications, the 'Boat-2' features 14 jamming modules of 50 W each, covering critical frequency ranges for UAV control and video feeds from 320-1050 MHz, 1.9-2.7 GHz, and 5.1-5.3 GHz, including both horizontal and vertical polarization. Drone antennas may be oriented vertically, horizontally, or at angles, thereby supporting both polarizations to enhance the likelihood of maintaining connectivity.
As per the manufacturer's information, the 320-1050 MHz and 1.9-2.7 GHz bands are predominantly used by FPV drones, while the 2.4 GHz, 5.2 GHz, and 5.8 GHz bands are typical for consumer drones such as Mavic and Autel. The total power of the system is claimed to be up to 1 kW, with active cooling.
The system operates on a 28V DC supply and can consume over 100 amps during operation, corresponding to the high energy requirements of the electronic warfare system. Given the battery capacity, the system can reportedly function for several hours without external power.
Among its features, the manufacturer highlights a DC-DC converter for each module to ensure full power is maintained at varying battery levels, preventing drops in efficiency during prolonged operation.
The casing is made from radio-transparent plastic. According to Unwave, it weighs up to 100 kg, with dimensions of 215×90×45 cm.
The company suggests using the 'Boat-2' in conjunction with the radio electronic intelligence detector 'Bashur', which has a detection range of 70 MHz - 6.2 GHz and can detect threats up to 2 km away. Unwave describes an automated scenario where 'Bashur' identifies a threat and activates jamming, while the operator receives indication and data on the control panel.
The manufacturer notes that 'Boat-2' is produced in Ukraine with minimal use of imported components, and the main components, assembly, and quality control are handled by their own team. The company also reports the possibility of adapting the system configuration to specific operational conditions.
Unwave adds that 'Boat-2' was developed based on the 'Shatro' line of electronic warfare systems, designed primarily for stationary or semi-mobile applications. 'Boat-2' was developed later as an adaptation of these technical solutions for mobile formats.
According to 'Oboronka', frequency allocation may vary depending on the front line situation. For effective jamming, electronic warfare systems must cover a broad spectrum of frequencies and operate with sufficient power, as some drones utilize signal amplifiers or change operating channels during flight.
The effectiveness of electronic warfare is also influenced by factors such as the angle of radiation, the altitude of drone flight, and the terrain, which is why mobile systems are often employed at short distances.
