The Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) have introduced a new development — an autonomous machine-gun air defense turret called Sky Sentinel. Equipped with a 12.7mm M2 Browning machine gun, this system is designed for automated protection against aerial threats.
Sky Sentinel uses an infrared camera and an artificial intelligence-controlled computer to detect and target targets. The main feature of the turret is its autonomy: minimal human involvement is required — only to replenish ammunition and refuel the electric generator that powers the system.
The developers claim that Sky Sentinel is capable of effectively hitting unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and other aerial targets at low altitudes, making it a valuable asset for protecting critical facilities and positions. The estimated cost of the turret is about 150 thousand US dollars.
The introduction of Sky Sentinel can significantly increase the effectiveness of the air defense of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, especially in the context of the active use of drones in modern military conflicts. Automation and autonomy can reduce the burden on personnel and increase the speed of response to emerging threats.
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