Autonomous AI drones from Poland

A Polish technology company has unveiled what it claims to be the world’s first fully autonomous drone system that requires no pilot, GPS, or remote control. The system, developed by Kraków-based DEFENDEYE, is designed to operate quickly, easily, and independently of human operators from launch to landing, using artificial intelligence to detect and track targets in real time—even in complete darkness or adverse weather conditions.

Weighing under 250 grams, the drones do not require a license to operate and can be launched in under ten seconds from a portable tube that fits into a backpack. Once deployed, the drone automatically flies a pre-defined search pattern and returns and lands automatically once its mission is completed.

Two types of launch mechanisms are offered: a manual trigger version and an autonomous fixed launch tube that can be activated by motion or remote command. The drones use encrypted LTE or Ethernet connections to transmit live video and sensor data for long-range oversight of up to hundreds of kilometers range.

DEFENDEYE offers several models tailored to a range of military operational needs:
•    ADC-100, a fully autonomous disposable model made from wood-plastic composites, offers 10–12 minutes of flight time and features a Sony Starlight camera for low-light visibility. 
•    ADC-100Carbon, a more durable version that uses carbon fiber materials for extended flight durations of up to 40 minutes. 
•    ADM-100, designed to meet NATO compliance standards, offering slightly shorter flight time but built with similar autonomous capabilities.

Each model can be deployed from land-based or marine-ready launch tubes, making them suitable for a wide range of missions and their ability to operate without transmitting control signals or relying on a human operator reduces their vulnerability to electronic jamming and other countermeasures.

Originally developed for military and security applications, the systems are also applicable for search and rescue and public safety missions. For full information, visit the DEFENDEYE website.