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OSCURA‑120
Low-cost, low-power passive acoustic sensing for fixed sites
Specifications
- CONOP
- Directional/omnidirectional sensor for fixed site coverage
- Sensor
- High sensitivity, EMI resistant microphone array
- Self-sufficient
- Onboard detection, classification, tracking (if required) via classical and AI algorithms. No operator needed once deployed. Foldable and easy to carry.
- Open architecture
- Drop-in integration with existing C2 and downstream defeat systems
- Outputs
- UAS type, azimuth, elevation, range, detection confidence
Frequently Asked Questions
OSCURA‑120OSCURA is built specifically for real-world environments, including urban areas with traffic, aircraft, and industrial background noise.
To increase accuracy, the system takes advantage of:
- A high-sensitivity, EMI-resistant microphone array
- Advanced signal processing chain + AI-based classification
- A proprietary acoustic signature library
Because drone acoustics have distinct spectral and temporal signatures, OSCURA differentiates drones from ambient noise such as vehicles, wind, and construction activity. Each detection is accompanied by a confidence score, enabling operators or automated systems to make informed decisions.
Detection, classification, and localization occur automatically within seconds of acoustic acquisition. Using its microphone array, the system continuously tracks targets and updates positional data, enabling immediate handoff to command-and-control (C2) or downstream defeat systems if required.
No. OSCURA is designed to operate autonomously in environments it has not previously encountered.
The system includes:
- AI-based classification with automated calibration
- Adaptive signal processing
- Open architecture integration with existing C2 systems
Because detection is based on acoustic physics and signature recognition rather than static environmental templates, OSCURA adapts dynamically to new deployment environments without site-specific retraining.
Yes.
In addition to functioning as part of a networked deployment, a single OSCURA unit can also be fully self-sufficient and:
- Detect, classify, and localize drones autonomously
- Output UAS type, azimuth, elevation, range, and detection confidence
- Integrate into existing C2 platforms (TAK, SAPIENT, or custom systems)
No.
Once deployed, OSCURA operates autonomously. It performs detection, classification, and tracking onboard without requiring continuous operator input. Alerts and positional data are transmitted through secure networking channels (LoRa, WiFi, cellular, or wired).