Thermal Imaging System Drone Enhances MERKÜT Capabilities
**A high-resolution thermal imaging system has been successfully integrated into the domestic kamikaze drone, MERKÜT, dramatically enhancing its operational capabilities. This cutting-edge development comes from SAVX Technology, a subsidiary of TİTRA Technology, which specializes in defense industry technologies. Within a year, the MERKÜT has evolved significantly, now featuring an expansive field of view that significantly improves target detection and operational efficiency.**
The MERKÜT drone now boasts not only a state-of-the-art thermal imaging system but also an advanced guided munition system coupled with a high-safety cap. These enhancements allow for user-friendly operations and increased mission effectiveness. Notably, its efficiency extends to electronic warfare environments, offering a flight duration of up to 20 minutes and a reliable communication range of 8 kilometers.
One of the standout features of the new thermal imaging capability is its potential for conducting night missions, an area previously limited for kamikaze drones. This advancement aims to increase the operational impact of MERKÜT, making it an asset for various defense scenarios. According to Abdullah Aktaş, founder of SAVX Technology, the team is tirelessly pursuing innovations in imaging, target detection and tracking software, and electronic jamming-resistant communication systems.
Aktaş emphasized their commitment to pushing boundaries in drone technology, stating, “As a domestic company that continuously innovates, we have elevated the operator’s tracking and awareness processes to a higher level this time.“ Moreover, he expressed a firm determination to enhance both the software and hardware capabilities of their FPV kamikaze drones, signaling a robust future for the MERKÜT.
In a move that underscores their growth and collaboration potential, SAVX Technology has established a strategic cooperation protocol with Airbus. This partnership is a significant step in developing advanced technologies within the aerospace and defense sector, further boosting the capabilities and applications of the MERKÜT drone.
