French anti-drone specialist (founded 2015, X-HEC). Combines RF detection with optical confirmation; its all-French Drone ID tech lets Hydra read drones' Remote ID broadcasts. Hydra (fixed) and Chimera (portable/wearable) cover civilian-drone threats for sites and forces. A recognised European RF reference point.
| Country | France |
|---|---|
| Subcategory | RF / SIGINT detection |
| Price | QUOTE-BASED · est. low–mid five-figures / node |
| Subtype | RF detection |
| Form factor | Fixed + portable |
| SWaP | Chimera man-portable ~8 kg rucksack + ~5 kg antenna; >12 h detection |
| Sensor modality | RF detection + optical |
| Limitations | Range varies with conditions (Chimera man-portable ~1 km) |
| Mounting | Fixed/mast, Vehicle, Tripod/portable, Backpack |
| Detection mode | Detection + DF + geolocation |
| Identification | Distinguishes drone vs remote control; type by freq/protocol |
| Price band | Quote-based |
| Output data | Bearing/AoA, Classification, Track ID |
| Frequency coverage | Hydra 2.4 & 5.8 GHz (opt 433/868/915 MHz); Chimera 400 MHz-6 GHz, up to 5 bands |
| Active/Passive | Passive |
| False-alarm rate | Low FAR; recognises only drone/RC RF signatures |
| Protocol/signal library | Continuously updated drone-protocol database |
| Detection range (km) | 7 |
| Integration interfaces | Secure API for weapon system / C2 |
| All-weather / day-night | All-weather, day & night |
| Blind to RF-silent / autonomous | Yes |