INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Latvian Defence tech start-up Origin Robotics has released BLAZE, an autonomous counter-unmanned aerial system (C-UAS) interceptor designed
to reduce the effects of fast-moving aerial dangers with accuracy and speed
As drones end up being a significantly dominant force on the modern battleground, BLAZE uses a cost-effective service to counter them,
filling the gap in between conventional gun-based air defence and high-cost missile interceptors.The interceptor is intended to reinforce
the defence capabilities of European nations in the middle of rising threats and geopolitical uncertainty.Drones have reshaped modern-day
warfare, dictating battlefield methods and moving the balance of power
Their extensive use, especially in Ukraine, has shown both their efficiency and the high expense of countering them
In January 2025 alone, Russia released over 2,500 drones into Ukrainian territory approximately 80 drones each day
This escalation highlights the urgent need for advanced yet affordable air defence solutions.Agris Kipurs, CEO and co-founder of Origin
Robotics, stated, In asymmetric warfare, drones are relatively economical and commonly released to overwhelm air defences and strike targets
both at the frontline and deep behind it, making it challenging and expensive to counter
We designed BLAZE particularly to resolve this threata quick, intelligent, and economical addition to existing air defence systems
We remain dedicated to providing cost-efficient and adaptable solutions to support Europe and NATO allies in dealing with existing and
future security challenges.BLAZE is a man-portable, quickly deployable interceptor created to beat fast-moving aerial dangers, consisting of
loitering munitions and hostile UAVs
The system combines radar-based detection with AI-powered computer vision, providing autonomous target acquisition and operator-approved
Equipped with a high-explosive (HE) fragmentation warhead, it guarantees accurate and efficient threat elimination, even in contested
environments.The system autonomously spots, acquires, and locks onto targets utilizing a mix of radar tracking and AI-powered computer
Upon operator verification, the system performs an exactly computed attackeither damaging the target on direct impact or engaging it with an
airburst fragmentation detonation
BLAZE delivers high movement, scalability, and cost-efficiency for contemporary armed forces.As an operator-supervised autonomous system, it
makes sure the operator keeps final-stage control, consisting of the capability to release a wave-off command that directs the BLAZE to
either return securely or self-destruct
This capability allows immediate implementation even in situations with unpredictable target identification, substantially decreasing the
threats of friendly fire and lessening collateral damage.The interceptor is created for fast implementation and high-intensity operations
The very first drone can be launched in under five minutes, with subsequent launches taking less than a minute
Compact and portable, BLAZEs carry case doubles as a launch station and charging dock
Its tool-less setup ensures it is flight-ready in under 10 minutes.Following the battlefield-proven success of its flagship drone system,
BEAK, presently deployed by the Ukrainian and Latvian Armed Forces, Origin Robotics continues to develop scalable, next-generation
innovations for modern-day warfare
Thanks to BEAKs rapid deployment and proven abilities, Origin has quickly earned acknowledgment for its technology and built trust in its
autonomous aerial systemsreflected in an R&D contract from the Latvian Ministry of Defence and a grant from the European Defence
Fund.Source: Origin Robotics
