Small Military Drone (IMAGE)

Florida International University

Small Military Drone

Caption

Researchers from Florida International University have developed a new way to detect incoming drones using the unique magnetic signatures generated by their motors. Shown here is a U.S. Marine Corps Instant Eye drone. The Department of War has requested $74 billion for drone and counter-drone technologies in its fiscal 2027 budget.

Credit

U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Melanye Martinez

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