The Indian Institute of Technology-Jammu (IIT-Jammu) has developed a drone to detect the passing of birds and drones across international borders, Indian media reported.
"It is the first of its kind, and we have developed an entirely new technology called sound-based detection. This system detects the sound emitted by drones, producing a unique signature that helps in their identification. We compare this signature with the system's database, and if a match is found, the drone is detected. The cost of this system is about INR 400,000", Dr Karan Nathwani, a professor at the Electrical Engineering Department at IIT Jammu, told local media.
However, in mass production, the cost of making the drone ranges from INR 25,000 to 40,000. The professor also said that the technology is cost-effective and easy to operate, and that it will also help the government deal with issues such as arms, ammunition, and drugs sent across international borders.
It will take between six months and one year for the institute to develop the technology, Dr Nathwani said, adding that if security forces need fool-proof anti-drone grid technology, they would require data.
"We can provide this system to the army only when they provide us with data from similar environments, allowing our AI technology to incorporate and adapt", Dr Nathwani said.