Acoustic detection that locates gunshots explosions and drones in real time; PILAR combat-proven in 45+ countries.
| Country | France |
|---|---|
| Subcategory | Passive acoustic |
| Form factor | Passive acoustic; gunshot loc +/-7.5 deg az/el; anti-drone module detects/classifies low-flying drones to several km; PEARL soldier-worn <400 g |
| SWaP | PEARL ~400 g weapon-mounted (Picatinny); PILAR V tetrahedral roof array |
| Sensor modality | Acoustic gunshot/explosion/drone localization |
| Type | Microphone array |
| Notable partners | VEDA Aeronautics (India 'Make in India'); French Army (Scorpion: Jaguar/Griffon); Novadem (Pilar V + NX70); 20 armies incl. 13 NATO |
| Mounting | Vehicle, Handheld/wearable, Fixed/mast, Maritime, Airborne |
| Coverage | 360° |
| Output data | Bearing/AoA, Position, Classification |
| Update rate | Response <1 s |
| Array config | PEARL 4 mics; PILAR V tetrahedral 4-mic; multi-array (8/16/20) ~1.5 km2 |
| DoA accuracy | PILAR V +/-2 deg az, +/-3 deg el, +/-10% range; PEARL +/-7.5 deg |
| Active/Passive | Passive |
| Localisation mode | Bearing + elevation |
| Detection range (km) | 1.2 |
| Detection range (km) | 1.2 |
| Integration interfaces | GPS shooter coordinates; LED azimuth/elevation (PEARL); no calibration, BIT |
| Signature library / classification | Up to ten calibres; small arms/RPG/mortar; filters friendly fire; >95% detection |