Differentiators in the C-UAS market: An interview with Shawn Baerlocher

EOS brings versatility and reliability to the front line | AUSA 2024

What makes EOS unique in the RWS industry

EOS stands out due to our precision; for example, our proven ability to achieve consistent 30mm hard kills, something that has been a long-term capability gap for the warfighter. Technical advances stemming from our history in the space tracking industry have enabled us to offer critical levels of accuracy from our remote weapon stations.

So why is Slinger such an effective hard kill solution?

Slinger offers an innovative approach to countering current and emerging UAS threats. The solution combines advanced software, incredibly precise targeting, versatile weapon options, the ability to integrate onto almost any military or commercial vehicle, and is proven on the move without sacrificing range or lethality. Critically, the level of precision engagement maximizes the number of stowed 30mm kills, an essential factor in today’s threat environment.

Could you elaborate on the system's past performance?

EOS developed Slinger specifically to address the C-UAS problem.We started by incorporating an on-board radar into our fire control system and shooting 30mm cannons, eventually achieving kills from beyond 1km from a wide range of wheeled and tracked vehicles.

We’ve also done extensive integration and testing with 7.62 machine gun options which have proven very effective against maneuvering UAVs - notably defeating Group 1 drones beyond 300m from a moving vehicle.

What can you tell us about EOS' other RWS variants and technology use cases?

The standard EOS R400 has been extensively deployed around the world with military users on platforms from small robots to the M1A1 Battle Tank. We’ve deployed our lightest RWS - the R150 - with an APKWS 70mm rocket launcher into Ukraine and know those systems are performing successfully. Our R600 Missile Carrier is integrated onto the Army’s SMET robot, and we continue to improve that capability and payload integration. We also offer marinized versions of our systems, supporting increased lethality in commercial shipping and naval operations.

What’s next for EOS in the US?
There will be a number of exciting customer and product developments over the next 2 to 3 years. We are in the final stages of development for our R800 RWS, which offers impressive range and turret-level lethality for significantly lower cost. We also look forward to multiple opportunities to provide our proven 30mm capability in a sustained way to Army and Marine Corps users who have a critical need for effective C-UAS systems.

We’ll also continue to work with current industry partners to develop new payload options, refine our ability to operate with robotic platforms, and integrate AI/ML advances into our products. EOS designs, builds, and operates our own systems, which means we are always prepared and agile enough to offer a custom solution to emerging warfighter needs.