KARMA builds on the experience gained from the Group’s earlier C-UAS solution, Adrian (Anti-drone interception acquisition neutralisation), which has been on the market since 2015. The new system introduces significant technological advancements in response to the evolving geopolitical and military landscape.
One of KARMA’s key features is its radarless design, allowing it to operate silently in the electromagnetic spectrum. This ensures stealth and resilience, particularly in environments where traditional radar may be compromised or undesirable.
The system incorporates a Track While Scan function, which enables continuous 360° surveillance through an infrared camera integrated with AI processing algorithms. These capabilities are managed by an intuitive Command and Control interface designed to enhance situational awareness and operational efficiency.
“The real innovation lies in the Human Machine Interface (HMI), which implements advanced AI algorithms to optimise detection, recognition and identification,” the company stated. “This provides the operator with the most complete and reliable Local Air Picture (LAP) possible.”
KARMA also features an RF (Radio Frequency) sensor capable of identifying drone communication protocols to gather vital information for countermeasures. A jammer module is included to disrupt signals of hostile drones, and the system is designed to counter multiple threats simultaneously.
Modular and scalable, KARMA can be integrated into broader air defence systems and customised to meet specific operational requirements. It supports continuous real-time airspace monitoring in both civil and military contexts, offering deployment flexibility on various vehicles and platforms.
The system’s ability to coordinate with a federated Fire Control System allows for the transmission of threat data, supporting potential hard-kill responses if necessary. ELT Group positions KARMA as a robust and adaptable tool for modern aerial threat scenarios.
Source: ELT Group (press release).
