Ukraine's Drone Warfare Evolves: Yasni Ochi Unit Strikes Up to 60km Away
Ukraine's drone warfare has evolved significantly, with units like Yasni Ochi operating advanced drones near the Russian border. These drones, equipped with advanced communications and AI-enabled targeting from Gemini, can detect, identify, and strike targets up to 60km away, using AI for precision and long-range capabilities.
The unit's drones, equipped with advanced communications and AI-enabled targeting from Gemini, operate effectively up to 20km, providing stable and predictable results. Drones now account for about 70% of strikes due to their cheaper cost and precision, with artillery making up only 10-15%.
However, AI-assisted targeting can struggle in cluttered environments, leading to the continued use of simpler fiber-optic drones. Ukraine's drone production, while innovative, faces challenges in fragmentation and consolidation, requiring clearer standards and interoperable systems.
The unit, operating close to the Russian border, targets Russian artillery networks, trucks, and air-defense cover to disrupt their logistical chain. Despite fierce air defenses, operators navigate dangerous conditions to launch and guide drones. The shift from improvised to institutionalized drone warfare has led to improved capabilities, with Starlink terminals streaming live video and multiple drones being hosted at a single position with numerous spare batteries.
Ukraine's drone warfare, exemplified by units like Yasni Ochi, has shown significant advancements in technology and tactics. Despite challenges in production and targeting, drones have become a crucial force multiplier, disrupting Russian logistics and providing a technological edge that must be rapidly institutionalized to maintain advantage.
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