German researchers have developed a novel, low-tech anti-drone system that fires steel chains from a 40mm launcher. This mechanical 'bola' weapon is designed to entangle and disable drone rotors upon impact. The system, inspired by historical throwing weapons, was modeled using finite element analysis and tested in live firing trials, offering a cost-effective alternative to laser or EMP defenses. AI
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IMPACT Offers a low-cost, mechanical alternative to advanced electronic or directed-energy anti-drone systems.
RANK_REASON The cluster describes a new research proposal and testing of a novel defense system. [lever_c_demoted from research: ic=2 ai=0.1]
