Russia unveils anti-drone robot named after Disney characterRussia has deployed a new anti-drone robot named after Disney’s rubbish-collecting Wall-E. The machine uses electronic warfare blockers, Russian state TV said, in the latest advancement to keep away kamikaze drones that have been pivotal to the war for Ukraine. The ground robot is fitted with a so-called “fumigator” electronic warfare system, which can disrupt the signal between a drone and its operator, often rendering unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) useless. Russia’s use of electronic warfare – such as jammers that can scramble the signals that Ukraine’s drones rely on to operate reliably – has been one of its rare technological advantages. Ukrainian soldiers have previously told The Telegraph they are fully aware that they are at a disadvantage when it comes to Russia’s array of electronic warfare systems.
