Frankenburg Technologies to Test AI-Driven Anti-Aircraft Missile

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Estonian startup Frankenburg Technologies plans to test its Mark 1 anti-aircraft missile in Ukraine by early 2025, targeting low-flying drones using advanced AI software. Designed to be more cost-effective than existing solutions, the missile can counter drones at altitudes up to 2 kilometers, according to CEO Kusti Salm. The company is collaborating with the British defense industry and committing €50 million to R&D in the UK for low-cost rocket motor development. This innovation aligns with similar concepts like Lockheed Martin’s miniature hit-to-kill missiles, highlighting the push for affordable precision defense systems. Frankenburg’s efforts represent a significant step in modernizing counter-drone capabilities.

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