Aim of the challenge
The challenge seeks innovative technological approaches to detecting and combating hostile electronic countermeasures (EloKa) that specifically target unmanned systems (UxS).
We are looking for solutions that:
- detect, locate and classify active sources of interference
- analyse signals and patterns in real time
- initiate effective countermeasures, such as circumvention, deception or protection mechanisms
The focus ranges from sensor technology, signal processing and system networking to adaptive effects in the electromagnetic spectrum. Measures to harden our own systems against jamming and spoofing are also expressly desired.
The focus is on solutions that enable one or more of the following capabilities:
- Detection of active enemy electronic sources of interference
- Localisation and classification of enemy emissions in the electromagnetic spectrum
- Real-time analysis of the threat situation and interpretation of interference patterns
- Differentiation between technical interference and targeted measures
- Neutralisation of enemy electronic warfare assets
- Deception or overload of enemy systems
- Camouflage or concealment of own systems in the EM spectrum
- Adaptive response mechanisms (e.g. frequency hopping, system resilience)
- Hardening of own drones against measures such as jamming or spoofing
We are looking for solutions that:
- Modular and interoperable
- Function even when in motion
- Can operate autonomously or semi-autonomously
- Remain operational under difficult environmental conditions (e.g. fog, rain, cold, heat)
- Have recognisable dual-use potential
All technical means that can be used for reconnaissance and/or combating enemy electronic warfare are permitted. Disruptive technologies and creative approaches that clearly stand out from existing solutions are particularly welcome.Besonders erwünscht sind disruptive Technologien und kreative Ansätze, die sich von bestehenden Lösungen deutlich abheben.
Two-track approach
In the Practical Track, application-oriented prototypes will be developed that can be demonstrated under realistic conditions towards the end of the challenge (TRL 6).
The Moonshot Track focuses on visionary early-stage concepts that have high strategic disruption potential, even if they are still at a low level of maturity (TRL 1–6).
Both tracks run in parallel but follow different evaluation criteria.
Important to Know
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