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Authors:
Dr. Shankar Subramanian Iyer, Dr. Zainab Toyin Jagun, Abdul Jalil Mahama, Dr. Fitriyah Razali, Dr Brinitha
Raji, Dr. Rajesh Arora & Dr Raman Subramanian, UAE
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Abstract:
The proliferation of autonomous drone
swarms presents unprecedented security challenges that conventional kinetic
countermeasures cannot adequately address. This research investigates the
application of high-frequency electromagnetic fields (HF-EMF) operating in the
2.4-5.8 GHz range for disrupting and potentially overriding drone swarm
communication and control systems. Through systematic analysis of
electromagnetic interference patterns and signal propagation characteristics,
The Research Study examines the feasibility of non-kinetic neutralization
techniques that can selectively target drone communication protocols while
minimizing collateral interference with civilian infrastructure.
This investigation encompasses the
theoretical foundations of electromagnetic disruption mechanisms, including RF
signal jamming, GPS spoofing, and command link interference. The study analyzes
the vulnerability profiles of common drone communication protocols, including
Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11), Bluetooth, and proprietary control links, under various
electromagnetic field intensities ranging from 10-100 W/m². The research
identifies critical frequency bands where drone systems exhibit maximum
susceptibility to electromagnetic interference while maintaining operational
safety for surrounding electronic systems.
Key findings indicate that targeted
electromagnetic fields can effectively disrupt drone swarm coordination by
interfering with inter-drone communication protocols, causing formation
breakdown and mission failure. The study reveals that swarms operating on
distributed consensus algorithms show vulnerability to synchronized
electromagnetic pulses, with disruption rates exceeding 85% when exposed to
properly calibrated HF-EMF systems. Additionally, the Research Study
demonstrates the theoretical possibility of signal override techniques that
could redirect individual drones within a swarm, though practical
implementation requires precise frequency matching and protocol analysis.
The research contributes to the growing
field of counter-drone technologies by providing a comprehensive framework for
understanding electromagnetic-based countermeasures. This study presents a
systematic analysis of the technical requirements, operational constraints, and
effectiveness metrics for HF-EMF systems designed to counter drone swarms. The
findings have significant implications for defence applications, critical
infrastructure protection, and public safety operations, where unauthorized
drone activity poses substantial risks
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