In preparation for the C-UAS conference, IDGA had the privilege to interview Darshan “Dash” Divakaran from the AFWERX technology accelerator. In this piece, he discusses AFWERX’s roles, programmes and what the organization brings to the table. Having leveraged $11 billion in commercial investments in the last three years, it is a must-read for anyone interested in partnering with AFWERX.

The proliferation of UAS has led to the urgent need for counter-drone technologies. Deputy Director of JIAMDO, Colonel Anthony J. Behrens, shares his views about the C-UAS domain from his organisation’s perspective. This interview is essential for understanding:

• The C-UAS threat of today

• How the domain complexity evolved in terms of technology and legality

• Where are the current gaps which the industry must fill

This interview is particularly interesting to anyone in the domain as colonel Behrens delivers a clear and honest view of the current situation, giving meaningful insight into the work left to do from all sides, from legal to industry.

Senior Research Fellow for Airpower and Technology, Justin Bronk, shares his views on the UAV threat in the Ukrainian conflict and beyond. He expresses how UAVs changed the battlefield and the threats they represent. This piece ideal is ideal for:

• Understanding the everchanging use of UAVs in modern conflict
• Gaining an expert's perception of the UAV threat
• Understanding the UAV mission envelope
  

IDGA recently sat down with Zachary Kallenbornm Unmanned Systems (swarms)m CBRN Warfare and Terrorism Analyst, as he discussed drone swarms and the proliferation of non-aerial drones.