EOS counter-drone capability demonstrated in US Army live fire exercise

EOS’ counter-drone capability has been demonstrated during the US Army’s Summit Strike live fire exercise, conducted by the 10th Mountain Division on 14 April.

The combined arms exercise focused on planning and integration of emerging technologies in a contested, large-scale combat environment, bringing together multinational and industry participants to coordinate effects across multiple domains.

The demonstration featured the Sling Blade Counter Unmanned Aircraft System, which integrates EOS’ Slinger counter-drone remote weapon system with a 30 mm cannon, a four-pack APKWS rocket launcher, and an SRC radar to form a closed-loop counter-drone capability.

Sling Blade formed part of a two-hour live fire activity that also included field artillery, Apache attack helicopters, electronic warfare assets and uncrewed ground vehicles, highlighting the role of counter-drone capability within a broader system of systems environment.

EOS Defence Systems USA has been on contract with the US Army DEVCOM Armaments Center over the past year to support development of Sling Blade, including integration of radar to enable firing solutions against drone threats.

Further trials with the 10th Mountain Division are planned, with additional operational assessments expected. Multiple US Department of Defense organisations are evaluating the capability for potential procurement.

Fort Drum, New York, United States. Video by Spc. Isaiah Mount, 10th Mountain Division