ONERA and Exens Group Sign Technology Transfer Agreement for TAPIR Passive Counter-Drone Radar (opex360.com)

• Technology transfer agreement between ONERA and Exens Group for TAPIR passive radar.
• TAPIR detects drones passively using DVB-T signals, no own emissions.
• System tested by French Air Force; intended for military and critical infrastructure protection.

"France's ONERA has signed a technology transfer contract with Exens Group to produce the TAPIR passive radar, designed to detect and track mini-drones in real time using DVB-T signals. The system was evaluated by the French Air Force's EC2SA unit. It is intended for military use and protection of critical infrastructure such as airports and nuclear plants. Exens Group will handle manufacturing."