Authors: Guo Jiahao, Zhang Zhejia, Zhao Haoxiang
In recent years, drone warfare has emerged on various battlefields, and its application has attracted the attention of most people and has become an indispensable part of the modern battlefield. It can be loaded with mortar shells and explosives, which gives it the ability to strike with arms; You can also spy on intelligence on the battlefield, showing a good ability to obtain intelligence. Recently, Moscow discovered the UAV "Baba-yaga" used for combat purposes by the Armed Forces of Ukraine, which revealed a new problem. At present, many people in Russia have easy access to the technology to make drones, so the Russian government is considering whether it is necessary to strengthen the control of drone technology acquisition and control of drone operators.
- The current situation - the battlefield application of Russian-Ukrainian drones
The Baba-yaga UAV is a Ukrainian heavy UAV, a modified agricultural drone with a pseudo-random operating frequency adjustment algorithm that can also use various behavioral algorithms to cope with communication disruptions. In terms of firepower, it is possible to carry small-caliber weapons to strike at Russian UAVs; It can also be equipped with explosives and other weapons to carry out a large-scale attack on the Russian army. Of course, although this large drone can carry more explosives, it is also easier to shoot down because of its large size, so this type of drone is generally used to attack Russian armored machinery and fortified positions at night.
Baya-yaga UAV
In addition to the Baya-yaga drone, the "Bannerman" TB2 drone is also used on the battlefield in Ukraine. Compared with the Baya-yaga, which was modified from an agricultural drone, the role of the TB2 drone is more prominent. The TB2 drone can be equipped with cameras for intelligence reconnaissance, and can also be equipped with laser-guided bombs to play a significant role on the battlefield. The Ukrainian side uses these two drones together, and it has a good performance on the battlefield.
"Standard-bearer" TB2 UAV
And the Russian side also attaches great importance to the application of UAVs. Russia's "Lancet-3" suicide drone has accurately hit and destroyed Ukrainian Leopard 2A6 main battle tanks on the Zaporizhzhia frontline. The "Lancet 3" UAV, powered by batteries, has a maximum endurance of 40 minutes, can carry three kilograms of high explosives, and can deliver powerful strikes against enemy targets.
Sea Hawk series of UAVs
In addition, the Russian army also widely uses the "Sea Hawk" series of reconnaissance aircraft and artillery units for cooperation. The most prominent is the "Sea Hawk 30", which is the latest improved model, which not only doubles the maximum take-off weight, but also can carry a laser designator to mark targets for Russian artillery, so as to achieve precision strikes.
Judging from the application of UAVs by Russia and Ukraine, it is not difficult to conclude that UAVs are a very important part of modern warfare, which can reconnoiter intelligence, strike at enemy forces, and reduce casualties while achieving operational goals. From this point of view, it is not difficult to understand that the Russian government should strengthen the control of drones.
- Strengthening control – the management approach of the Russian government
After Moscow discovered the "Baba-yaga" drone used by the Armed Forces of Ukraine for combat purposes, the Russian government began to pay attention to the control of drone technology in all walks of life and reviewed drone operators.
The Russian side has a registration system for unmanned aerial vehicles. The law requires any owner of a drone to register (if the drone weighs more than 30 kg) or with the Russian Aviation Agency (from 150 grams to 30 kg). In order to safely operate the drone, it is necessary to obtain a certificate as a sign of compliance with the requirements, installed by the drone development company and approved by the Russian Aviation Agency. And in the area bordering Ukraine, there is a total ban on the launch of civilian drones.
In terms of the use of UAVs, Russian experts recommend issuing licenses for UAV-related activities and organizing the research and development and control of any UAV system in the same way as the manufacture of military supplies, so as to play a role in the control of UAVs in various industries. The Russian government requires drone owners or operators to register and apply for the appropriate flight permits depending on the situation. These regimes are designed to ensure the safe operation of drones and the legality of flight activities. But this way, for some amateurs, is a bit difficult to accept.
At the same time, Russian experts criticized the idea of issuing licenses to developers of UAVs, including civilian ones, at an early stage of development. "The intruders will not get a permit under any circumstances, but will collect the drones in the garage. We will not change the compulsory licensing regime. For legitimate developers, obtaining a license will be unnecessary. "An overly cumbersome licensing system will cause more trouble for some drone companies.
In general, Russia's control of drones is a comprehensive system, covering multiple aspects such as legislation and regulations, technical restrictions and regulatory measures, aiming to ensure national security and public safety, while promoting the healthy development of the drone industry.
And considering the use of drones and the situation between Russia and Ukraine, from the perspective of national security, this management method is also understandable.
- Predicting the future – more applications for drones
In the future battlefield, the application of UAV technology will show a trend of diversification and extensiveness. First of all, as a powerful reconnaissance tool, UAVs will play a key role on the battlefield. They can carry a variety of high-precision sensors and camera equipment to monitor enemy activity in real time and transmit critical intelligence information, providing commanders with comprehensive battlefield situational awareness and helping the military make more informed decisions.
Secondly, the UAV's assault and strike capabilities will be further strengthened. Drones equipped with a variety of weapon systems can carry out precision strikes, destroy enemy targets, perform mission-critical operations, and even perform real-time counter-terrorism operations in high-risk environments. This ability can not only effectively weaken the enemy's combat effectiveness, but also provide important fire support to friendly forces and improve combat efficiency.
Drone battlefield strikes
In addition, drones will also play an important role in support and support. They can be used to transport supplies, medical relief, and logistics, provide critical support to soldiers, reduce their burden, and provide necessary support and security on the battlefield. This capability is especially important in complex battlefield environments and long-range operations.
Drone Support (Medication)
Electronic warfare will become another important application area for UAVs in the future. UAVs can carry a variety of electronic jamming equipment, jamming enemy communications and radar systems, weakening their combat capabilities and providing battlefield superiority to friendly forces. This electronic warfare capability will become an important tactical means on the battlefield in the future, helping the military to achieve greater superiority on the battlefield.
Moreover, with the popularization of drone technology, anti-drone combat will also become an important task on the battlefield in the future. The army will need to be equipped with anti-drone systems to intercept and destroy enemy drones, protecting its own combat capabilities and battlefield superiority.
Therefore, in the future, the application of UAVs on the battlefield will become more diverse and flexible, and will become an important part of modern warfare, providing the army with more powerful combat capabilities and battlefield advantages.
Judging from Russia's strengthening of the management of UAV technology this time, it is not difficult to conclude that UAVs play an important role, and our army should also attach importance to unmanned combat technology, which can not only reduce casualties, but also effectively achieve combat goals. Only by allowing unmanned combat and the mutual cooperation between various branches of the military can we better adapt to modern warfare.