Ukraine's drone makers are turning up production for a weapon they once thought would never work
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Ukraine is significantly ramping up the production of fiber-optic drones, which are immune to electronic warfare tactics, making them invaluable in modern combat. Initially met with skepticism, these drones are now in high demand for their ability to perform precision strikes while evading jamming. Equipped with spools of fiber-optic cables, they ensure stable communication over several miles. This technology has gained momentum since its introduction by Russia, prompting Ukrainian forces to adopt it rapidly for its effectiveness on the evolving battlefield.
Ukraine's defense industry is now ramping up production of new fiber-optic drones that can be converted into unjammable flying bombs with precision strike capabilities.
Fiber-optic drones maintain a reliable link via cables, making them dangerous and resilient against traditional electronic warfare efforts.
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