The UA DroneID identification system for drones, developed by the organization "AeroRecon" in collaboration with Cossack Labs, can reduce the risk of friendly drone strikes on the battlefield by 90%. As reported by the developers, the technology, which emerged in 2023, is already actively used in combat. It operates in real-time, transmitting telemetry, mission data, and action results, including confirmations of hits or losses. All information is integrated into combat IT systems such as DELTA, allowing for the tracking of friendly drones and avoiding friendly fire incidents.
UA DroneID is compatible with various platforms — from winged reconnaissance drones to bombers and ground robots. Currently, over 15 manufacturers are connected to the system, and several dozen more are in the integration process.
Within the project, Cossack Labs is responsible for protocol architecture, cryptographic solutions, and telemetry protection. The Ministry of Digital Transformation assists manufacturers, the Ministry of Defense coordinates actions and formulates requirements, while "AeroRecon" along with the Center for Innovation and Defense Technology Development ensures integration.
In the future, developers plan to scale the protocol, expand the list of compatible platforms, improve positioning accuracy, and enhance security measures, including physical protection of modules against potential enemy capture.
Earlier, a new drone detector called "PES Sirko" was introduced in Ukraine, which works in conjunction with electronic warfare.