About Lancet Drone:
- It is a high-precision kamikaze drone operated by the Russian Army to strike remote ground and sea targets.
- It is developed and manufactured by Russian defence company Zala Aero, a subsidiary of Kalashnikov Group.
- Features:
- They are recognisable by their distinct X-shaped wings, which are attached to an elongated fuselage and detachable camera-guidance head/nose.
- Powered by an electric motor unit, the drone can travel at a speed between 80km/h and 130km/h.
- It has a maximum range of 40 kilometres and can carry out a precision strike autonomously.
- It can carry a maximum payload of up to 3kg of sensors and explosive warheads.
- It can stay in the air for 30 minutes and hit targets at a range of up to approximately 40km.
- It has been designed to provide real-time video and imagery to the control station.
- It incorporates artificial intelligence visual identification (AIVI) technology for real-time recognition and classification of targets.
What is a kamikaze drone?
- A kamikaze drone, also called a suicide drone or, more formally, a loitering munition, is an unmanned aerial vehicle that is designed to self-destruct after serving its purpose.
- The name “loitering” derives from a defining characteristic: the ability to “loiter” in the air for an extended period of time before striking, giving the targeter time to decide when and what to strike.
