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They will combine Rohde & Schwarz's expertise in electromagnetic spectrum control and radar sensor technology with TRUMPF's high-energy laser technology. The goal is to detect, track, and neutralize drones.
Technology companies Rohde & Schwarz and TRUMPF SE + Co. KG have announced a strategic partnership to develop and provide a comprehensive, nationally produced drone defense solution. This collaboration combines Rohde & Schwarz's drone defense solution in the field of electromagnetics and radar sensor technology with TRUMPF's laser technology. This will enable the detection, tracking, and defense against the growing threat posed by drones on various platforms. The expertise of both companies will provide customers with defense against drone-based threats. Rohde & Schwarz will integrate TRUMPF's high-energy laser system into a complete drone defense ecosystem.
"We are proud to be working with TRUMPF to offer a sovereign solution for drone defense," says Dr. Alexander Orellano, Head of the Technology Systems Division at Rohde & Schwarz. "This collaboration combines the strengths of both companies to address critical security needs. Investment in European defense, and in particular in drone defense technology, is of paramount importance."
"Our laser technology, our expertise in beam guidance and shaping, and our internally anchored supply chain of system-critical subcomponents offer a highly innovative solution for drone defense," explains Dr. Hagen Zimer, TRUMPF's board member responsible for laser technology. "In combination with Rohde & Schwarz’s drone defense expertise, this enables us to deliver a truly effective and integrated solution for protecting critical infrastructure and securing sensitive areas."
Both companies recognize the importance of using their technologies purely defensively to address new security risks a responsibility they now share.
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About TRUMPF
TRUMPF (trumpf.com) is a high-tech company offering manufacturing solutions in the fields of machine tools and laser technology. It drives digital connectivity in manufacturing through consulting, platform products and software. TRUMPF is one of the technology and market leaders in highly versatile machine tools for sheet metal processing and in the field of industrial lasers.
In 2023/24, TRUMPF employed 19,018 people and generated sales of 5.2 billion euros. With about 90 companies, the TRUMPF Group is represented in nearly every European country as well as in North America, South America and Asia. The company has production facilities in Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Austria, Switzerland, Poland, the Czech Republic, the United States, Mexico and China.
About Rohde & Schwarz
Rohde & Schwarz (rohde-schwarz.com) is striving for a safer and connected world with its Test & Measurement, Technology Systems and Networks & Cybersecurity Divisions. For over 90 years, the global technology group has pushed technical boundaries with developments in cutting-edge technologies. The company's leading-edge products and solutions empower industrial, regulatory and government customers to attain technological and digital sovereignty. The privately owned, Munich based company can act independently, long-term and sustainably. Rohde & Schwarz generated a net revenue of EUR 2.93 billion in the 2023/2024 fiscal year (July to June). On June 30, 2024, Rohde & Schwarz had more than 14,400 employees worldwide.
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