Belarus presents Rodnik 3D radar for detecting drones

Belarus has developed the Rodnik 3D mobile radar station, capable of detecting small drones.

The developers claim that the radar can automatically detect, track, and analyze any aerial objects, even in conditions of active electronic suppression.

The system’s main advantage is its ability to automatically detect targets with an effective scattering area of 0.1 m² or less, making it possible to detect low-altitude UAVs.

The effective scattering area in radar is a characteristic of the target’s reflectivity, which is determined by the ratio of the power of electromagnetic energy reflected by the target in the direction of the receiver (radar) to the surface energy density of the incident plane wave.

The system is also capable of determining the exact coordinates of airborne objects: azimuth, range, angle, and calculating the course, speed, and altitude of the target.

“A unique feature of the radar is its resistance to active and passive interference,” the developers said.

This allows Rodnik 3D to remain effective even in the most difficult electronic warfare conditions, which is critical in modern warfare.

The station is also equipped with the function of automatic recognition of classes of air objects without the involvement of an operator.

“This significantly reduces the workload on personnel and increases the speed of response to threats,” the developers claim.

“Rodnik 3D is flexible in its placement: the station can be installed on stationary platforms, as well as on car chassis or masts, which allows for rapid system deployment in different areas.

The radar is based on an active phased array. Each array element has its own solid-state transceiver module, which ensures high accuracy and reliability.

Digital control allows for instant frequency switching and adaptation to new types of threats.